AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

F1 registration costs soar: Norris and Verstappen face staggering million-euro fees!

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
January 4, 2026
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
F1 registration costs soar: Norris and Verstappen face staggering million-euro fees!

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 29: Second placed qualifier Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren and Third placed qualifier Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing look on in parc ferme during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 29, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images) // Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202511290453 // Usage for editorial use only //

Title: The Shocking Cost of Competing in F1: Norris and Verstappen Face Million-Euro Fees!

Formula 1 isn’t just about speed, skill, and adrenaline; it’s also a high-stakes financial game that demands a hefty price tag from its elite drivers. Have you ever wondered what it truly costs to line up on the starting grid of the world’s most prestigious racing series? Hold on to your helmets because the numbers are staggering!

According to the FIA regulations, the price of entry into the exhilarating world of F1 racing starts with a base fee of €11,842 for a super license. However, there’s a catch! Each point scored during the previous season adds a weighty charge of over €2,300 to that base fee. Yes, you read that right—it’s not just about talent; it’s also about the price of success!

As we gear up for the 2026 season, the stakes have never been higher. Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, two of the sport’s brightest stars, find themselves in a fierce battle not just on the track but in the financial arena as well. With only two points separating them at the end of last season, both drivers are set to fork out more than a million euros to the FIA just to compete.

Norris, the new world champion from McLaren, will be writing a check for an eye-watering €1,023,658! Verstappen, a four-time world champion, isn’t far behind, with a staggering bill of €1,018,874. It’s a shocking reminder that in F1, the cost of glory is as significant as the glory itself.

But wait! The drama doesn’t end there. Oscar Piastri, the young Australian sensation who finished third in the championship, is just shy of the million-euro mark. With a total of 410 points, he will still need to shell out a hefty €999,562—almost a million, making it clear that the financial demands of F1 are not just reserved for the top two.

So, as we watch these incredible athletes accelerate down the straights and maneuver through the curves, let’s not forget the financial burden they shoulder to chase their dreams. The world of Formula 1 is not just a race against time and rivals; it’s a battle against the clock and the cash register! Who will emerge victorious in both speed and finances? Only time will tell!

Tags: 1958-formula-1-season2025-mclaren-f1-championshipLando Norrismax-verstappen-enOscar Piastri
Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

FIA unleashes shock ban on engine innovation: 2027 regulations spark fierce debate in F1
Motorsports

FIA unleashes shock ban on engine innovation: 2027 regulations spark fierce debate in F1

FIA's Controversial Engine Regulations: A Game-Changer for 2027! In a stunning revelation that could shake the foundations of Formula 1...

by Simon Monroy
February 17, 2026
Aston Martin faces staggering crisis as Lance Stroll mocks team’s dismal performance in Bahrain tests
Motorsports

Aston Martin faces staggering crisis as Lance Stroll mocks team’s dismal performance in Bahrain tests

Aston Martin's Dismal Debut: Stroll's Sarcastic Take on Team's Struggles In a shocking twist of fate, Aston Martin finds itself...

by Carl Smith
February 17, 2026
Max Verstappen eyes legendary 24h Nürburgring challenge: can he conquer endurance racing?
Motorsports

Max Verstappen eyes legendary 24h Nürburgring challenge: can he conquer endurance racing?

Getty Images

by Publisher
February 17, 2026
Cadillac defies norms to forge its own F1 destiny: a bold move against Haas’ strategy
Motorsports

Cadillac defies norms to forge its own F1 destiny: a bold move against Haas’ strategy

Cadillac's Bold F1 Strategy: Seizing Control of Their Racing Future While Defying the Norm In a dramatic twist in the...

by Simon Monroy
February 17, 2026

Recent News

FIA unleashes shock ban on engine innovation: 2027 regulations spark fierce debate in F1

FIA unleashes shock ban on engine innovation: 2027 regulations spark fierce debate in F1

February 17, 2026
Aston Martin faces staggering crisis as Lance Stroll mocks team’s dismal performance in Bahrain tests

Aston Martin faces staggering crisis as Lance Stroll mocks team’s dismal performance in Bahrain tests

February 17, 2026
Max Verstappen eyes legendary 24h Nürburgring challenge: can he conquer endurance racing?

Max Verstappen eyes legendary 24h Nürburgring challenge: can he conquer endurance racing?

February 17, 2026
Cadillac defies norms to forge its own F1 destiny: a bold move against Haas’ strategy

Cadillac defies norms to forge its own F1 destiny: a bold move against Haas’ strategy

February 17, 2026

Newsletter

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

MSports Play Icon
MSports Play
The New streaming service
Download
×
No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.