Audi’s technical chief says a loophole in the 2026 power‑unit rules could let some manufacturers exceed the 16:1 compression limit when hot, gaining up to 15 bhp and a 0.4‑second per‑lap edge. If left unchecked, it could cement a two‑team hierarchy before the season even starts.
Formula 1 has scaled back its broadcast plans for the 2026 pre-season tests, with only one hour of coverage scheduled for the first week in Bahrain.
Audi claims Mercedes is exploiting a loophole in the new compression‑ratio rule and demands a ban, but the FIA already approved the engine. The protest is more about signaling than a technical win.
Formula 1 confirms Season 8 of Drive to Survive will launch on February 27, recapping the dramatic 2025 season just days before the 2026 campaign begins.
Alpine ran its 2026 A526 car at Silverstone with Pierre Gasly, marking its first track action with a Mercedes power unit ahead of Barcelona testing.
Laurent Mekies admits Max Verstappen is 'taking a risk' by committing to Red Bull's ambitious 2026 power unit project, emphasizing the champion's deep involvement in the team's future.
Netflix’s ‘Drive to Survive’ fuels F1’s growth. Fans hope the new season highlights 2026 regulation prep, Lando Norris’s title quest, Red Bull’s comeback, surprise podiums and rising rookies.
Formula 1 has confirmed that the eighth season of 'Drive to Survive' will premiere on February 27. The upcoming season will document the key narratives and storylines from the 2025 championship campaign.
A leaked video shows Pierre Gasly braving a rain‑soaked Silverstone shakedown in Alpine’s 2026 A526, revealing the new blue‑pink livery and the sound of its Mercedes power unit before the launch.
Audi refuses to accept a compromise on a potential 2026 power unit loophole allegedly exploited by rivals, demanding strict regulation enforcement ahead of a crucial FIA meeting.
Charles Leclerc completes his seat fitting for Ferrari's SF-26, marking a key pre-season milestone ahead of the car's launch and shakedown at Fiorano later this month.
Apple aims to revolutionize F1 broadcasting in the US starting 2026 by integrating its full ecosystem of hardware and software, potentially using iPhone technology for live coverage.
