Andrea Stella confirms McLaren will skip the opening of Barcelona testing, while Mercedes reveals its 2026 W17 challenger. Meanwhile, Ferrari's late engineering shuffle could impact Lewis Hamilton's integration ahead of the SF-26 launch.
Alan Permane has tasked Liam Lawson with guiding rookie teammate Arvid Lindblad for the 2026 season while focusing on eradicating unexplained poor performances. Lawson is expected to lead the team as the experienced driver.
FIA allows Mercedes and Red Bull's engine 'trick' to stand, frustrating rivals. Mercedes also revealed its 2026 W17 car after a successful shakedown at Silverstone with Russell and Antonelli.
Mercedes successfully completed a shakedown of the W17 at Silverstone, with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli sharing driving duties. The team focused on reliability checks across 67 laps ahead of pre-season testing.
Ross Brawn believes Lewis Hamilton can return to top form at Ferrari in 2026 if the team provides a competitive car, following a disappointing debut season with the Scuderia.
Mercedes debuts the W17 in a wet shakedown at Silverstone, marking the first run of its full 2026 package ahead of pre-season testing.
McLaren will skip early upgrades for the MCL40 to focus on understanding the complex new regulations, prioritizing data collection over immediate performance gains in the opening rounds.
Max Verstappen recalled a daring overtake at the Nürburgring GT3 race, admitting he knew fans would be terrified watching him put two wheels on the grass during the pass.
F1's 2026 regulations introduce lighter, smaller cars with active aerodynamics and reduced downforce to improve racing and safety.
Cadillac's upcoming F1 entry has bolstered its technical capabilities through a multi-year partnership with global automotive supplier Tenneco. The deal focuses on providing performance-critical systems and engineering support ahead of the team's 2026 debut.
Alan Permane believes Isack Hadjar is ready for Red Bull Racing in 2026. While facing Max Verstappen is a massive challenge, the Racing Bulls boss insists the rookie won't struggle, aided by the new regulations.
Brad Pitt's Formula 1 film has secured four Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, marking a massive success for the motorsport's Hollywood debut.
