Inside Formula 1: Business. Lifestyle. Power.
The cycling McLaren
At the end of 2018, McLaren announced that it will become a joint venture partner in Bahrain Merida cycling team. It was not the first time that the Woking-based team looked into the world of professional cycling. Back in 2014, they unveiled…
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Announces Principal Partnership with INEOS
The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team is delighted to announce a new five-year principal partnership with global manufacturer INEOS. The agreement sees INEOS extend its existing performance partnership to become the principal partner of the team and increase its position…
You don’t have to be a champion to be a winner
By Colin Windell | This motorsport-inspired book by former Kyalami manager, founder of Motorsport Industry Association, and Paddock magazine’s good friend Brian Sims is a valuable insight into the world of creating opportunity. Let’s open a few pages. Click here to…
Sponsor in focus: Pirelli
By Natalia Panteleeva | “We believe in moving everyone forward through technological and social progress, constantly pushing innovation in a cultured and considerate manner.” Such words are declared to the world by the Pirelli company. Let’s take a closer look…
Mark Webber’s love for watches and motorsport
Mark Webber is a legend of the sport, a true Formula 1 gentleman respected by racing fans and professionals all around the world. We’re honoured to have him speak to us about his relationship with Rolex, and what the sport…
Enel: on a charge
By Bunmi Ade | The fourth season of the all-electric racing series FIA Formula E ended on the 15th of July 2018 in New York with a new championship leader, Frenchman Jean-Eric Vergne, and a farewell to the first generation race cars.…
My Race Day: Fiona Watherston
Fiona Watherston is an Account Director at Synergy, leading this year’s Formula 1 retail activation for the partner of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Motorsport, Bose. We have Fiona to tell us about her team’s very important work outside the Formula 1 track.…
DHL and Formula 1
By Natalia Langsdale | Paddock magazine sat down with Thomas Nieszner, President, Global Head of Motorsport at DHL, to discuss the relationship the company has with Formula 1. Click here to subscribe to our print edition! With all those years in…
Formula E: speed up the future
By Lena Siep | Initially an alien amongst the longstanding motorsport series, Formula E has become a hot candidate for sponsoring deals and technological partnerships thanks to its innovative format, new ways of communication and increasing interest from manufacturers, hosting…
CSM’s journey alongside Formula 1
David Webb, CEO (Brands) at CSM, is a true professional of sponsorship and marketing, having worked at Jaguar Racing, Stewart Grand Prix, and Just Marketing International to name a few. We’re delighted to have him answer a few questions about…
Rise of the little brother
Rush Sport & Entertainment is one of the few agencies to work in both Formula 1 and Formula E series. With nearly 20 years’ experience in motorsport, Managing Director Jonny Odell sat down to talk to the Paddock magazine about…
Sponsorship: new strings in the bow
Formula 1 remains one of the premier marketing investment opportunities for companies around the world. Inherently, brands have invested in Formula 1 partnerships because of three key strengths that have been built and refined over time. Let’s explore what they…
