Gary Anderson reviews Ferrari's 2026 'Spec A' launch car, noting its conservative design choices compared to Mercedes. It serves as a reliability baseline rather than a final race contender.
Flavio Briatore expresses strong confidence in Alpine's 2026 contender, the A526, predicting a significant performance return. He takes full responsibility if the car fails to deliver.
Ferrari continues to challenge an engine loophole used by Mercedes and Red Bull, seeking FIA intervention despite the 2026 power units already being homologated.
Williams misses the Barcelona shakedown due to FW48 delays, opting for virtual testing ahead of the crucial Bahrain session.
Formula 1 teams secure major commercial deals ahead of the Australian GP, highlighted by Mercedes' partnership with Microsoft and Aston Martin luring Celsius from Ferrari.
Williams will skip the first pre-season test in Barcelona due to delays with its FW48 chassis. The team is prioritizing virtual testing as it struggles to balance new safety regulations with weight targets, aiming to avoid a repeat of its 2024 struggles.
Williams misses Barcelona testing after failing crash tests, limiting Albon and Sainz to just three days each in Bahrain before the 2026 season opener.
The 'F1' movie receives four Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. Lewis Hamilton calls it a "tremendous honour" as the film surpasses $630 million at the box office.
Audi establishes a driver development program led by Allan McNish to nurture young talent from karting to Formula 1, reinforcing its long-term 2030 competitive strategy.
Alpine has officially revealed its 2026 Formula 1 challenger, the A526, with a distinctive launch event held on a boat in Barcelona.
Alpine revealed the A526 in Barcelona, marking a new era as the team switches to Mercedes power units under the leadership of Flavio Briatore and Steve Nielsen.
Alpine reveals its 2026 livery as it switches to Mercedes power units. Pierre Gasly tested the new car at Silverstone, marking a fresh start for the team aiming to rejoin the midfield fight.
