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March 4, 2026

2026 Formula 1 explained: 12 game-changing rules set to transform racing

Discover the 12 major F1 regulation changes for 2026, from smaller, lighter cars to new power modes, active aero, sustainable fuels, and a bigger budget cap reshaping the sport.

March 4, 2026

Here's why Bottas will begin his Cadillac debut in Australia with a five-place grid penalty

Valtteri Bottas will start Cadillac’s 2026 Australian Grand Prix debut with a five-place grid penalty stemming from a 2024 Abu Dhabi incident, a rare regulatory quirk made possible by his year away from the F1 grid and rule changes that can’t be applied retroactively.

March 4, 2026

2026 Formula 1 explained: all you need to know about the new race start procedure

Formula 1’s 2026 race starts are changing: with the MGU-H removed, turbo lag returns, prompting the FIA to add a five-second pre-start warning so drivers can build revs and spool the turbo before the lights go out.

March 4, 2026

Bernd Mayländer set to reach 500 Grand Prix appearances as Safety Car driver in Australia

Bernd Mayländer reaches his 500th appearance as FIA Formula 1 safety car driver at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, highlighting his 26-year legacy and the sport’s shift to Mercedes safety and medical cars.

March 4, 2026

Alpine confirms Alex Dunne's academy role as Irish prospect eyes F2 championship crown

Alpine has confirmed Irish Formula 2 prospect Alex Dunne as an official Alpine Academy member for 2026, as he continues with Rodin Motorsport and targets the F2 title while building Super Licence points toward a future Formula 1 opportunity.

March 3, 2026

Cadillac to bring the first car upgrades at the Australian Grand Prix

Cadillac makes its long-awaited Formula 1 debut at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, arriving with first-round upgrades, major GM backing, and a veteran driver pairing of Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez.

March 3, 2026

FIA postpones WEC 2026 season opener in Qatar: Imola to host the first race

The FIA has postponed the Qatar 1812km WEC season opener amid escalating Middle East conflict, moving the 2026 championship start to Imola in April and aiming to reschedule Qatar for the second half of the year.

March 3, 2026

Aston Martin's crisis deepens as fans reject merchandise following pre-season disaster

Aston Martin’s 2026 campaign is already in turmoil: Honda power-unit vibration issues and minimal pre-season mileage have exposed a major pace deficit, while fans lash out at premium-priced merchandise that feels disconnected from on-track reality.

March 3, 2026

The Piastri effect: 2026 Australian GP set for record-breaking attendance

Oscar Piastri’s title-chasing rise is driving unprecedented demand for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, with Albert Park expanding capacity, upgrading transport and amenities, and preparing for new F1 regulations and an 11th team.