Driver Transfers & Team Shakeups: The Biggest Moves of 2025

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The 2025 motorsport season has kicked off with significant driver transfers and team shakeups, reshaping the landscape of racing dynamics. Key moves include major stars switching teams, promising fresh rivalries and altering championship strategies.

Fans are buzzing with excitement as teams strive to enhance their competitive edge, making this year one to watch.

Lewis Hamilton’s Move To Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 wasn’t just a racing story—it was a business masterstroke. As highlighted in the post below, Hamilton will earn over $100 million a year, becoming the highest-paid F1 driver in history:

The impact was instant. Ferrari gained 200,000 Instagram followers the day of the announcement—what they usually gain in a month. More followers mean more sponsors, more revenue.

Beyond racing, Ferrari’s chairman plans to invest in Hamilton’s businesses and charities. The partnership runs deep.

Liam Lawson Joins Red Bull

Liam Lawson was announced as a Red Bull Racing driver for the 2025 Formula 1 season, partnering with Max Verstappen. The decision followed his strong performance with AlphaTauri in 2024 and consistent progress through the junior ranks.

However, after a difficult start to the season, Red Bull replaced Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda just two races in. Lawson was then moved back to the Racing Bulls team to continue competing in F1 under Red Bull’s extended program.

The move highlights Red Bull’s demanding standards and how quickly decisions can shift in Formula 1.

Get to know Lawson more by following the story through the tweet below:

Gabriel Bortoleto’s F1 Debut With Sauber

Gabriel Bortoleto made his Formula 1 debut with Sauber at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix. The young Brazilian impressed early, finishing eighth and scoring points in his very first race.

His rise through the ranks, from karting to Formula 2, showed his consistency and drive. That talent translated well in F1, where he displayed both pace and control under pressure.

Bortoleto’s sharp, confident style has already excited fans. With Sauber’s support, he’s expected to develop quickly and become a key asset this season.

Check out this brief interview with Bortoleto: