KTM sees MotoGP 2027 as a fresh start: “We never had the chance to build a new bike” Beirer feels the 2027 regulations provide KTM with a big opportunity to close the gap to the front Motorsport · Oct 21
Pit Beirer admits KTM's engine problems “almost killed us” KTM was deep in an engine crisis at times in 2026, and racing Director Pit Beirer has described it as one of the “worst periods” in the entire MotoGP project Motorsport · Sep 30
Despite The Iran War, Dakar Organizers Say the 2027 Event Will Take Place. Should It? Recent rocket strikes in Saudi Arabia sparked rumors that the 2027 Dakar would be canceled, but the event organizers shut down the speculation. RideApart · Sep 23
KTM might drop Vinales with immediate effect KTM is considering dispensing with Maverick Vinales as early as next weekend’s British Grand Prix, with Pol Espargaro on stand-by to replace him Autosport · Aug 2
KTM making plans to drop Maverick Vinales with immediate effect KTM is considering dispensing with Maverick Vinales as early as next weekend’s British Grand Prix, with Pol Espargaro on stand-by to replace him Motorsport · Aug 2
KTM's biggest weakness exposed by Vinales contract drama The bitter dispute between KTM and Vinales is the latest consequence of what several riders and managers describe as a lack of empathy and an overly aggressive negotiating strategy at the Austrian manufacturer Autosport · Jul 28
How Maverick Vinales' conflict shows KTM's biggest weakness The bitter dispute between KTM and Vinales is the latest consequence of what several riders and managers describe as a lack of empathy and an overly aggressive negotiating strategy at the Austrian manufacturer Motorsport · Jul 28
Pedro Acosta on leaving KTM for Ducati: “I have no more time to lose” Acosta reflects on the driving force behind his move to Ducati after spending the last five years as a KTM rider Motorsport · Jul 24
Rivals block KTM request to open up engines amid breakdown woes Halfway through a season beset by reliability issues, KTM boss Pit Beirer says the factory needs to skirt the engine freeze over the summer - but only Aprilia has agreed to this Motorsport · Jul 13
Rivals block KTM request to open MotoGP engines due to breakdowns Halfway through a season beset by reliability issues, KTM boss Pit Beirer says the factory needs to skirt the engine freeze over the summer - but only Aprilia has agreed to this Autosport · Jul 13
How KTM dispute reminds Vinales of Yamaha ordeal Vinales says he doesn’t understand why ‘people think I have mental problems’ as his relationship with another manufacturer turns sour Autosport · Jul 11
Maverick Vinales says KTM situation mirrors Yamaha ordeal: 'Teams push me to the limit' Vinales says he doesn’t understand why ‘people think I have mental problems’ as his relationship with another manufacturer turns sour Motorsport · Jul 11
KTM: Vinales rejected Tech3 option after factory plans changed KTM reveals it was Maverick Vinales who wasn’t interested in remaining at Tech3 as the contract saga between the two takes another turn Autosport · Jul 10
KTM says Maverick Vinales rejected Tech3 option after factory plans changed KTM reveals it was Vinales who wasn’t interested in remaining at Tech3 as the contract saga between the two takes another turn Motorsport · Jul 10
Motorsport · Jun 19 KTM and Tech3 respond to Maverick Vinales’ frustration over 2027 contract situation KTM and Tech3 sympathetic towards Vinales but insist it is important to be rational with their decision-making
Motorsport · May 15 KTM will "fight" to retain Tech3 as satellite MotoGP team KTM is keen on maintaining its relationship with Tech3 as Beirer provides an update on the manufacturer’s plans for 2027
Motorsport · Apr 10 KTM backs “unlucky” Maverick Vinales to return and become "second leader" Vinales struggled for performance in the early part of the year, largely due to the aftereffects of a previous injury, but KTM is not losing faith in him
Motorsport · Jan 28 Why KTM thinks it "hasn't done enough yet" to retain Pedro Acosta in MotoGP KTM faces a tough task to keep Pedro Acosta amid strong links to a future Ducati move
Autosport · Jan 28 Why KTM thinks it "hasn't done enough yet" to retain Acosta in MotoGP KTM faces a tough task to keep Pedro Acosta amid strong links to a future Ducati move
Motorsport · Nov 7, 2025 Pit Beirer: KTM running out of time to keep Acosta A win at Portimao this weekend would come in very handy for KTM as it runs out of time to convince Pedro Acosta to stay
Autosport · Nov 7, 2025 Beirer: KTM running low on time to secure Acosta for 2027 A win at Portimao this weekend would come in very handy for KTM as it runs out of time to convince Pedro Acosta to stay
Motorsport · Apr 25, 2025 KTM's struggle to survive is very much bleeding into its racing After declaring insolvency, and a restructuring, the company was supposedly saved. But recent events have casted doubt on the marquee’s future.
RideApart · Apr 16, 2025 KTM's MotoGP Boss Says Acosta Ain't Leaving, But Racer Switches to Last Year's Bike We're here once again, folks, talking about the rumors that KTM's Pedro Acosta is leaving the outfit for greener pastures. Yes, we've covered these rumors before as the Austrian MotoGP team just can't seem to quell them. But, as with everything that's gone on in KTM-land in recent months, they're…
Autosport · Apr 13, 2025 Vinales loses Qatar GP podium after tyre pressure penalty Tech3 KTM rider Maverick Vinales has been demoted from the shock second place he registered at the MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix on Sunday to 14th place for a tyre pressure infringement.
Motorsport · Apr 13, 2025 Maverick Vinales loses Qatar GP podium after penalty Tech3 KTM rider Maverick Vinales has been demoted from the shock second place he registered at the MotoGP Qatar GP on Sunday.