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Renault is looking for a way of pulling out of Formula 1 as a constructor before the start of the 2010 season, and is actively searching for buyers for its team, with David Richards's Prodrive operation among the contenders. But the French company would continue as an engine supplier. (L'Equipe)

Another Volkswagen official has played down reports the world's biggest car maker is set to enter Formula 1 in 2012.
Full story: speedtv.com

Swiss watch company TAG Hueur has extended its 25-year relationship with McLaren.
Full story: mclaren.com

Nick Heidfeld has insisted that he remains 'confident' of gaining a 'competitive' seat in F1 2010 - as uncertainty continues to shroud the identity of the driver who will occupy the second cockpit at reigning world champions Mercedes Grand Prix.
Full story: crash.net

The demise of Kimi Raikkonen's relationship with Ferrari and his apparent lack of motivation have, according to an unnamed Ferrari team member, been highlighted by Fernando Alonso's recent visits to Maranello.
Full story: planet-f1.com

Paul di Resta hopes that his impressive Formula 1 test outing with Force India at Jerez this week can help him secure a future with the team.
Full story: autosport.com

Euro Formula Three champion Jules Bianchi, who has signed a long-term contract with Ferrari, declared himself "very happy" after his first two days of Formula 1 testing at Jerez.
Full story: autosport.com

The president of the French motorsport federation, Federation Francaise du Sport Automobile, has blamed politics for the ongoing demise of the country's grand prix.
Full story: F1-live.com

Gary Paffett put McLaren at the top of the timesheets on the second day of Formula 1's young driver test at Jerez.
Full story: autosport.com

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