Part 2 of the Thursday press conference in Melbourne included Valtteri Bottas and rookie driver Lance Stroll. read more »

In a new format, Thursday's FIA press conference was split into two parts with Lewis Hamilton in the first and his new team-mate, Valtteri Bottas, in the second. read more »

Williams' new technical director Paddy Lowe insists that in Felipe Massa and Lance Stroll the Grove team has two "great" drivers on board. read more »

Daniel Ricciardo has applauded the decision to relax the 'Verstappen rule', saying the drivers can "sort it out on track." read more »

Mercedes and Red Bull Racing were reportedly forced to change their suspension systems ahead of the Australian GP as they did not comply with the regulations. read more »

Formula 1 is under new ownership and everyone wants something from the new bosses, from a trip to Las Vegas to less dudes to equal engines. read more »

Fernando Alonso has refused to comment on reports that McLaren have approached Mercedes regarding an engine supply deal as they fear another difficult season with Honda. read more »

The mind games between Mercedes and Ferrari continued in the build-up to the Australian Grand Prix with Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel labelling the other team as the... read more »

Pascal Wehrlein will contest the season-opening Australian Grand Prix after being the all-clear by the FIA's medical team. read more »

In keeping with tradition Sebastian Vettel has reportedly named his new Ferrari SF70H, calling it 'Gina'. read more »

Formula 1 drivers could pay a bigger price this season for any mistakes as the new era of cars are "much harder" to catch, that's according to Esteban Ocon. read more »

Despite Honda's much-publicised problems in testing, Renault insist they are "not feeling safe" ahead of the Japanese manufacturer. read more »

This season, following complaints about boring press conferences, the FIA has tweaked the format for the Thursday events starting this weekend in Melbourne. read more »

Nico Hulkenberg feels well-equipped to challenge for points in Australia, as Jolyon Palmer wants his experience to count. read more »

McLaren racing director Eric Boullier has said Honda to need to attain a better understanding of Formula 1 in order to become a success in the sport. read more »

Formula 2 driver Sean Gelael will test drive the Toro Rosso STR12 in Bahrain, Hungary and Abu Dhabi this season. read more »

McLaren boss Zak Brown has said Honda are doing all they can to try and ensure that the team are competitive at the Australian Grand Prix and beyond. read more »

Felipe Massa is relishing a "difficult challenge" to start the season with, while Lance Stroll is gearing up for his first Grand Prix race. read more »

Renault managing director Cyril Abiteboul does not expect to see ERS issues hinder the team at the Australian Grand Prix this weekend. read more »

Daniel Ricciardo has said he would welcome a deteriorating relationship with Max Verstappen as it would mean both would be fighting for the title. read more »

Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff has said Red Bull are seeing "ghosts" after they wrote to the FIA to seek clarification on a potential engine issue. read more »

Force India deputy team boss Bob Fernley believes they will be unable to break into the top three this season. read more »

Fernando Alonso has a fear of the unknown heading into Australia, while team-mate Stoffel Vandoorne cannot wait to get started. read more »

New Williams chief technical officer Paddy Lowe has claimed there are "undoubtedly" things that are better with his new team than at Mercedes. read more »

Fernando Alonso has said he is braced for a "difficult" season opener in Australia after a torrid pre-season with McLaren-Honda. read more »