In a bold move to drive smarter, faster, and more sustainable motorsport operations, Lenovo and Formula 1® have announced the successful trial of Lenovo’s AI-powered ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition during the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN CHINESE GRAND PRIX 2025. This marks the next phase of a strategic multi-year partnership between the global tech giant and the world’s most data-driven sport.
The partnership highlights the growing role of AI in elite motorsport, with Lenovo’s next-generation AI PCs being deployed both on track and at F1’s Media & Technology Centre (M&TC) in the UK.
Powering F1 with AI: A New Era of Edge Computing
The trial was conducted at F1’s Event Technical Centre (ETC), a high-pressure, portable hub deployed at every race to manage real-time data acquisition and broadcast logistics. The ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition delivered enhanced performance through features such as Smart Modes, Smart Share, Smart Care, and Intel Lunar Lake with Copilot+, showcasing its potential to streamline data processing, team collaboration, and on-the-ground decision-making.
AI that Accelerates Sustainability
More than just performance, the trial highlighted how Lenovo’s compact, high-efficiency devices can support F1’s goal of net-zero carbon by 2030. With all-day battery life, rugged military-grade durability, and powerful processing in a smaller footprint, the AI PC helps reduce the volume of equipment transported between races. This translates to fewer emissions from freight and lower energy demands at race venues.
Beyond the Track: A Broader Impact
From laptops and tablets to workstations and Motorola smartphones, Lenovo’s technology ecosystem is fully integrated into F1’s race-day operations. The X9 Aura Edition, with its smart AI features and edge computing capabilities, has the potential to:
● Accelerate real-time analytics and content creation
● Improve fan engagement through faster, AI-assisted storytelling
● Streamline broadcast delivery for global audiences
● Reduce operational footprint and environmental impact
The ETC’s seamless connectivity to the M&TC ensures uninterrupted services such as timing systems and telemetry, even under the most demanding race-day conditions.
What’s Next: Season-Long Innovation
Building on the success of this first trial, Lenovo and Formula 1 will continue testing and deploying AI PCs across the 2025 season, exploring new frontiers in broadcast technology, operational mobility, and fan interaction.
This partnership underscores a shared commitment: to push the limits of innovation and performance, on and off the track.
