David Coulthard suggests McLaren's team principal, not race engineers, should issue team orders. He argues this protects the vital trust between a driver and their engineer, who should be solely focused on their driver's success.
Alpine is channeling Brawn GP's 2009 title-winning strategy for the 2026 F1 rules, but the team admits a similar fairytale result is unlikely as rivals are now wise to the playbook.
F1 is ditching DRS in 2026 for new 'active aero' and 'overtake mode' systems. These changes will alter how drivers use aerodynamics and power for racing, aiming to improve efficiency and on-track action.
As F1's 2026 season approaches, teams are revealing the names of their new cars. Mercedes has the W17, while Ferrari and Cadillac are yet to announce their challengers' official titles.
Helmut Marko claims Max Verstappen has corrected his tire management "handicap" from the 2021 title fight, closing a gap where Lewis Hamilton was once "a bit better."
After a "very draining year" and a disappointing first season at Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton used his 41st birthday to pledge a period of change and reset, vowing to "unplug" and focus on growth for 2026.
The FIA has paid tribute to 18-year-old kart driver Joaquim van Thuyne, who was tragically killed in a New Year's Eve fire in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, that claimed 40 lives.
Sergio Perez revealed Red Bull once paid a staggering £6,000 for a single therapy session during his early struggles, highlighting the immense pressure he faced alongside Max Verstappen.
Toto Wolff describes his Mercedes leadership role as an "ejection seat" if standards slip, emphasizing the non-negotiable demand for greatness and his profound responsibility to the team's 2,000 employees.
Returning F1 driver Valtteri Bottas will drive Michele Alboreto's 1985 Ferrari at the Adelaide Motorsport Festival, a key event just before the 2026 season opener in Melbourne.
Gianpiero Lambiase is staying at Red Bull, providing a major boost for new team principal Laurent Mekies and securing crucial stability for Max Verstappen after a period of high-profile departures.
Audi successfully fires up its 2026 F1 power unit in the chassis for the first time. The milestone marks a critical step in the manufacturer's preparations to join the grid in two years.
