To manage the logistical squeeze from F1's new 11th team, Cadillac, the Australian GP will temporarily lower its pit lane speed limit. The historic Albert Park circuit is implementing this one-year measure ahead of a major $350 million facility upgrade set to begin after this weekend's race.
Liam Lawson hopes fan support in Australia will boost his start to the F1 season, viewing it as a home race. After a mixed rookie year, he's energized by the challenge of new regulations and aims to build early momentum with Racing Bulls.
John Smith, the last Australian to podium at his home Grand Prix back in 1983, discusses the surprising 43-year drought and his hope that Oscar Piastri can finally end it this weekend in Melbourne, reflecting on his own historic battle and the changing landscape of the sport.
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Super clipping is a new energy recovery method for F1's 2026 season that lets drivers recharge the battery at full throttle, minimizing speed loss compared to traditional 'lift and coast.' It works by harvesting energy on straights while keeping the car in a low-drag setup, though it currently has a lower power ceiling than standard methods.
F1's 2026 regulations will introduce an active aerodynamics system featuring 'corner mode' and 'straight mode.' This allows drivers to manually switch the car between a high-downforce setup for corners and a low-drag configuration for straights, moving beyond the current DRS to become a fundamental strategic tool for managing race performance.
F1 commentator David Croft recounts a pivotal moment with Lewis Hamilton at the 'F1' movie premiere, symbolizing the sport's journey to the mainstream. As the 2026 season approaches with sweeping new regulations, Croft discusses his role in explaining the complex changes, his broadcasting inspirations, and why he believes the new era will produce thrilling, driver-centric racing.
The FIA World Endurance Championship has postponed its Qatar season-opener due to Middle East security concerns, directly impacting travel and casting doubt on the upcoming F1 races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Formula 1 is actively monitoring the situation and has European circuits on standby as potential replacements should the Gulf grands prix be canceled.
The debut of an 11th F1 team at the Australian Grand Prix has forced a major operational change: a 25% reduction in the pit lane speed limit to 60 km/h to manage increased congestion. This strategic variable could reshape pit stop calculations and race strategy for the season opener at Albert Park.
Honda's F1 boss admits a post-2021 "inactivity" period and a delayed engineering restart are hurting its 2026 engine development for Aston Martin, leading to a troubled pre-season with vibration issues. The success of a fix will be tested at the Australian GP, putting immediate pressure on the new partnership's ambitious goals.
Max Verstappen arrived in Melbourne for 2026, Red Bull’s first season with Ford‑partnered engine. After a smooth Bahrain test he praised its reliability but said the car isn’t ready to fight for wins.
Ahead of his record-tying 20th F1 season, Lewis Hamilton looks back on his 'ridiculous' career journey, from 105 wins and seven titles to recent struggles with Ferrari. He opens up about past lows as he aims to return to the podium starting at the Australian Grand Prix.
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