Mercedes 1955 car could smash auction record

A sleek, long-nosed Mercedes raced by Stirling Moss and five-times Formula One world champion Juan Manuel Fangio in 1955 could become the most expensive grand prix car of all time at an auction in Stuttgart on Saturday.

1955 Mercedes F1 car sells for record $53m

A streamlined Mercedes raced by Formula One greats Stirling Moss and Juan Manuel Fangio in 1955 set a record for a grand prix car on Saturday, selling at auction for €51.2 million ($53m).

Horner: FIA right to drop Herbert as steward

Formula 1’s governing body was right to drop Johnny Herbert as a steward because of the former racer’s media work, according to Red Bull boss Christian Horner who denied his team had influenced the decision.