What's the point of an F1 junior? This season, more than half the Formula 2 drivers have a Formula 1 affiliation. But what does it actually mean for them and what do they do? 1535068800 Performance

The support series tech that could save F1 Formula 2's new 2018 car is faster and has more downforce - the same ingredients that contributed to a drop in overtaking with the latest Formula 1 machinery. But the support series' racing has remained excellent. F1 should be taking notes 1534723200 F1

The Mercedes force of nature on the path to F1 With two thirds of the 2018 Formula 2 season completed, two British drivers head the standings. Both are backed by Formula 1 squads and could be on the grand prix grid next year - but one has emerged as the clear title favourite 1533600000 F2

The threat to motorsport's future that won't go away A failed campaign to change new legislation wording in the EU puts motorsport at the risk of an insurance-based oblivion. This is no time for complacency 1531958400 National

Does Leclerc deal mean Ferrari is losing faith in Vettel? Could the Ferrari scenario end up like Vettel's final year at Red Bull? Could one single personnel change make a team like Sauber a podium contender? What's the deal with Ferrari's camera device? Our technical expert answers these questions and more 1537747200 F1

Why third cars are being touted as F1's salvation Formula 1's on-off flirtation with the idea of third cars is back on. One driver who is unlikely to be partnered with a 2019 seat highlights an issue that's stopping young talent breaking through - but fixing that will require fundamental change 1537747200 F1

The F1 perfectionist who pushed too soon Formula 1's carbonfibre pioneer was a legendarily tough cookie, known as the 'Prince of Darkness' (at McLaren) and the 'Godalming Scud' (at Benetton). Has time mellowed the father of some of F1's most beautiful cars? Asks STUART CODLING 1537660800 F1

How to make F1 strategies interesting The FIA has asked tyre companies to submit a tender application to supply Formula 1 rubber from the 2020 season, with 18" coming in 2021. PAT SYMONDS asks if alongside the new tyres, steps need to be brought in to make sure future race strategies are varied and interesting 1537574400 F1