The FIA acknowledges it failed to predict how low teams would run their ground-effect cars, a key oversight that led to porpoising, driver discomfort, and intense scrutiny over plank wear throughout the 2022-2025 era.
F1's 2026 regulations promise a radical shift with moveable aero and more electric power, boosting straight-line speed at the cost of cornering pace. Drivers like Esteban Ocon caution the new cars will feel completely different, likening the change to jumping into a rally car.
While the 2025 F1 grid remains stable, a massive driver market shake-up looms for 2027. Numerous contracts expire at the end of this season, and performance clauses in top drivers' deals could trigger a flurry of moves across the grid.
Mercedes has revealed a new team logo for the 2026 F1 season, signaling a fresh look as the Brackley squad prepares for a major technical and regulatory reset.
Johnny Herbert hails Lando Norris as an F1 great, stating his championship win over Max Verstappen proves his elite status and signals he is still ascending to his peak.
Despite losing the 2025 F1 title by two points, Max Verstappen led the most laps and was named the season's best driver by his peers in a remarkable comeback.
With new teams like Audi and Cadillac joining and a major engine overhaul on the horizon, the 2026 F1 season is set for significant changes. Here's a look at the key facts shaping the next era of Formula 1.
F1's 2026 rules usher in a new era with a 50/50 electric-combustion power split, the removal of the complex MGU-H, and the introduction of active aerodynamics for better racing and sustainability.
Mercedes and Haas have revealed new logos for the 2026 F1 season. Mercedes' star is now all-white, while Haas' new branding highlights its title sponsor, Toyota Gazoo Racing.
The FIA admits the current ground effect regulations had "misses," including unforeseen ride height sensitivity and porpoising, with the 2026 rules designed to address these core issues.
Max Verstappen narrowly beat Oscar Piastri by two laps for the 2025 laps-led title. The stat underscores McLaren's dominant season, with their drivers combining to lead over 800 laps en route to both championships.
Kelly Piquet reflected on a year of 'big changes,' including the birth of her daughter Lily with Max Verstappen, in a heartfelt social media post celebrating 2025.