EXPLAINED: How the Barcelona ​Shakedown will work

This article explains the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown, a crucial pre-season event for Formula 1 teams to test their cars under realistic conditions before the first race in Australia. It highlights the importance of this event for stress-testing race machines and gathering data on car performance and reliability. The Shakedown runs from January 26 to January 30, allowing teams flexibility in scheduling their runs based on weather and operational needs. While this event is not focused on chasing performance, it sets the stage for the official pre-season testing in Bahrain, where teams will begin to refine their cars for the competitive season.

F1's hidden fuel war: the 'boring' topic that could define its new era

Mercedes, McLaren, Alpine and Williams use Petronas fuel Ferrari, Haas and Cadillac use Shell fuel. Red Bull and Racing Bulls use ExxonMobil fuel. Aston Martin uses Aramco fuel Interestingly I think Aston Martin may have a potential edge here with fuel as Aramco desig

Horner in talks over Alpine buy-in - Briatore (The Race)

Some Interesting Discussion on the Ferrari SF26 Aero Dynamics

Ferrari's SF-26 F1 car debuts with a bold, aggressive design under the 2026 F1 season regulations, showcasing a new challenger with innovative features.

Ferrari On Track For The First Time! | 2026 Ferrari Team Launch

Active Aero on the Ferrari

Active Aero on the Ferrari

Ferrari Fans Fear 2026 Car Has Broken Down During Launch as Footage Emerges

Ferrari fans are concerned that the new 2026 car may have broken down just hours after its launch, as leaked footage shows the car stationary at the Fiorano test track. Despite this, Sky Sports Italy reports that the stop was due to Lewis Hamilton using up his kilometre quote, and Ted Kravitz of Sky Sports F1 praised the car's performance.

Álex Palou must pay McLaren $12M in breach of contract case - ESPN

Four-time IndyCar champion Álex Palou was ordered by London's High Court to pay McLaren Racing over $12 million for breach of contract. McLaren initially sought almost $30 million, but the damages were reduced to $20.7 million. The court dismissed McLaren's Formula 1 claims against Palou, finding them overblown. The awarded damages were primarily tied to losses in IndyCar sponsorship and performance-based revenue.

7.5 minutes of the VCARB03 at Imola

This article provides insights into the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team's filming day for their 2026 car, VCARB03, at the Imola Circuit. The team used the filming day to test the car's mechanical parts, power unit, and aerodynamics, while adhering to the 2026 Formula 1 regulations that include smaller and lighter cars, active front aerodynamics, and a new 'Overtake Mode'. The 2026 season will also see a significant increase in electrical power, with engines powered by sustainable fuels.

The F1 Show Podcast is Back! With a Great Intro to the 2026 Season

This video from Sky Sports F1 dives into the new regulations and changes for the 2026 Formula 1 season, featuring insights from experts Natalie Pinkham, David Croft, and Anthony Davidson.

Mercedes F1 W17 engine sound

McLaren to continue fairness approach in F1 despite nervy end to last season | Formula One | The Guardian

McLaren will continue its policy of rigorous fairness towards Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri for the 2026 Formula One season, despite the team's insistence on not imposing team orders almost costing Norris his world title by allowing a late challenge from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. Team principal, Andrea Stella, confirmed that the team would allow their drivers the same freedom to go up against one another this year and maintain their racing rules to ensure parity between them.