Lenovo and F1® Team Up for an AI-Powered Future in Tech

· Formula 1^® and Lenovo are actively working together to test Lenovo’s latest AI PCs both on track and at F1’s Media & Technology Centre in the UK

· First ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition trial yields incredible results and heralds the way for second-phase trials, now already underway

· Initial tests have already shown F1^® how AI-powered hardware can enhance everyday functions and support F1’s ambitious sustainability goals

· This marks the latest milestone in the high-performance collaboration between F1 and Global Partner, Lenovo, as both organizations continue to push the boundaries of innovation to build a faster, smarter and more sustainable future

Formula 1® and Lenovo have pushed the boundaries of smart computing in motorsports with a successful trial of Lenovo’s cutting-edge ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition laptop at the Event Technical Centre (ETC) during the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN CHINESE GRAND PRIX 2025. The collaboration marked a pivotal moment for AI-powered edge computing in one of the most data-intensive sports in the world.

As part of their multi-year global partnership built on innovation and performance, Lenovo’s AI PC was deployed trackside to support real-time race data processing, enhance operational efficiency, and showcase how intelligent computing is reshaping the future of motorsport.

“The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition represents a leap forward in smart technology,” said Roberto Dalla, Chief Technical and Engineering Officer of Formula 1. “With features like Smart Modes, Smart Share, and Smart Care, we saw firsthand how AI can elevate both productivity and user experience—crucial in the high-pressure environment of a Sprint weekend.”

Powered by the new Intel Lunar Lake Platform and Copilot+ AI features, the ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition is engineered for peak performance and energy efficiency—perfectly aligning with F1’s vision of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the end of the decade.

“It’s thrilling to see our AI PC tested in one of the most demanding tech environments in the world,” said Dr. Tolga Kurtoglu, Lenovo’s Chief Technology Officer. “Together with F1, we’re not just optimizing race operations, we’re reshaping storytelling and creating deeper connections with fans across the globe.”

Tech at the Heart of Every Race

The Event Technical Centre (ETC)—a compact, high-performance tech hub deployed at every Grand Prix—plays a mission-critical role in broadcasting and operations. It gathers and transmits real-time race data, video, and telemetry to Formula 1’s Media & Technology Centre (M&TC) in the UK.

Lenovo’s wide-ranging hardware portfolio—including laptops, tablets, servers, workstations, monitors, and Motorola smartphones—is deeply integrated into the ETC. Now, with the ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition, F1 teams can unlock new levels of communication, remote collaboration, device integration, and real-time analytics.

With military-grade durability, all-day battery life, and AI-assisted features, Lenovo’s AI PC could redefine mobility, reliability, and responsiveness on the grid—ultimately delivering a faster, richer, and more immersive experience for fans.

Smart Technology for a Sustainable Future

This trial also underscores the potential for Lenovo AI PCs to reduce F1’s hardware footprint. By consolidating power into fewer, more capable devices, Formula 1 can decrease equipment shipping needs, cut transportation emissions, lower energy use, and reduce reliance on air conditioning at race sites—demonstrating the shared commitment to sustainability.

Following the success of the Shanghai test, Formula 1 and Lenovo plan to roll out further AI-powered innovations across the 2025 season. While on-track speed will always be king, the partnership continues to push for smarter, greener, and more connected experiences—both for teams and fans around the world.