F1 | Hungaroring circuit transformed after major upgrades: “A new era begins”. The Hungaroring has undergone major renovations ahead of the 2025 F1 Grand Prix.

With work having started literally the Monday after the 2024 GP, the Hungaroring has almost completed its modernization phase, launching the venue into a new era. The transformation coincides with the 40th anniversary of the track, which was built on the outskirts of Budapest. In less than 11 months—and through a harsh winter—organizers have delivered a brand-new, ultra-modern pit building, essential for meeting Formula 1’s evolving demands.

Yesterday, Secretary of State for Sport Ádám Schmidt spoke enthusiastically about the work achieved. “I believe the Hungaroring truly deserves this modern new look for its 40th birthday. It’s no exaggeration to say that the circuit and the Hungarian Grand Prix have become an integral part of Hungary’s recent history. I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to its nearly four-decade-long journey.”

“It’s important to highlight that the Hungarian Grand Prix is usually the most followed sporting event in the country. Last year, over 300,000 people attended the circuit, with around 80% of spectators coming from abroad. The overall GDP impact of organizing the event exceeds 26 billion forints. Every single forint the government has invested in the Hungaroring has generated more than one and a half forints in return for the Hungarian economy.”

Zsolt Gyulay, CEO and president of the company managing the circuit, also expressed his satisfaction with the work done. “I am extremely proud to witness these historic moments. This is more than just an infrastructure update: it marks the beginning of a new era in Hungarian motorsport.”

Updates and changes to the new Hungaroring
The main grandstand will now host 10,296 spectators under cover, ensuring visibility and comfort even in the rain. For journalists and staff, the central building (nearly 20,000 m²) features modern office spaces across 425 m² and 10 elevators to ease quick movement between levels—a major step up from the previous setup, where the media room was only accessible via three flights of stairs.

There’s also a focus on VIP guests: the renewed Paddock Club now offers 465 reserved seats. Major changes have also been made to the pit boxes, with over 5,500 m² of resin flooring and elegant, functional new structures. Each garage has been expanded to make it easier for cars to exit—an important improvement aimed at avoiding incidents like Charles Leclerc’s in 2024.

The full project exceeds 42,000 m² of built space, including tunnels, event areas, and dedicated TV zones.