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February 12, 2026

According to Mercedes, Red Bull's energy deployment makes them one-second faster on the straight

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff admits Red Bull has a major 2026 testing edge in energy deployment—worth about a second per lap on the straights over consecutive laps—forcing Mercedes to consider significant power-unit development to close the gap.

February 11, 2026

Hamilton does not like the new F1 cars: "slower than GP2 and ridiculously complex"

Lewis Hamilton’s critique of the 2026 F1 rules is less a rejection of the new era and more a warning about rising complexity, energy-management demands, and whether fans can follow what’s happening on track.

February 11, 2026

Audi's no sidepod concept: how the R26 is redefining 2026 F1 aerodynamics

Audi has unveiled a dramatic R26 sidepod redesign for 2026 F1 testing, swapping horizontal slats for compact vertical inlets and aggressive upper-surface shaping to boost downwash and manage tyre wake under the new regulations.

February 11, 2026

Fernando Alonso's critique: why modern F1 racing has lost its soul

Fernando Alonso argues modern Formula 1 has traded raw, instinctive racing for energy-management and system-heavy driving, reducing adrenaline and joy behind the wheel as the sport moves toward 2026 and beyond.

February 10, 2026

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli escapes unscathed from San Marino car accident

Mercedes F1 driver Kimi Antonelli escaped injury in a single-car road accident in San Marino involving his Mercedes AMG GT 63 PRO, and Mercedes says he remains fully set to take part in Bahrain pre-season testing.

February 10, 2026

Ferrari makes a U-turn: the Scuderia begins work on Mercedes' compression ratio trick

Ferrari is reportedly developing a Mercedes-style dynamic compression ratio approach for 2026 despite previously backing an FIA protest, as the alleged loophole and looming homologation deadline intensify F1’s engine legality battle.

February 10, 2026

Christian Horner's Alpine investment talks heat up as former McLaren backers join the board

Christian Horner is in advanced talks with MSP Sports Capital and other investors about buying into Alpine F1, potentially targeting a controlling stake as team valuations surge ahead of the 2026 rules reset.

February 10, 2026

Aston Martin unveils stunning AMR26: Adrian Newey's revolution begins

Aston Martin has revealed the AMR26’s British Racing Green livery, the first F1 car fully shaped by Adrian Newey, featuring radical aero concepts and a new Honda power unit as the team targets 2026 championship contention.

February 9, 2026

McLaren unveils revolutionary MCL40 in iconic papaya livery for 2026 title defence

McLaren unveils the 2026 MCL40 in iconic papaya orange and black as it begins its title defence under F1’s new regulations, featuring a rebalanced hybrid power unit, major aero changes, and a new title sponsorship with Mastercard.

February 9, 2026

Cadillac aims to produce its own engine with General Motors as early as the 2029 season

General Motors is accelerating its Formula 1 entry, with the Cadillac power unit now targeting a 2029 debut. Discover how the American automotive giant is building its own IP to compete with Ferrari and Mercedes.

February 9, 2026

McLaren 2026 F1 launch: where to watch the MCL40 reveal live from Bahrain

McLaren unveils their 2026 F1 car today at Bahrain International Circuit. Watch the MCL40 launch live on YouTube at 15:00 GMT with Norris, Piastri, Zak Brown, and Andrea Stella.

February 9, 2026

Aston Martin 2026 F1 launch: where to watch tonight's historic reveal

Adrian Newey's first Aston Martin design unveiled tonight in Saudi Arabia. Launch details, watch times, and what to expect from the revolutionary AMR26.