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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 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

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.

March 3, 2026

Here's how Ferrari's loyalty work: Eddie Irvine's enduring rewards as an ex-driver

Discover how Eddie Irvine continues to enjoy lifetime perks as a former Ferrari driver, including complimentary meals at Italian restaurants decades after his racing career ended.

March 3, 2026

Ollie Bearman starts the season with an immediate race ban risk

Haas driver Ollie Bearman starts the 2026 F1 season on 10 penalty points—just two from an automatic race ban—and must avoid high-risk infractions until key points expire in late May.

March 2, 2026

Fred Vasseur criticizes the FIA’s late change to the 2026 F1 start procedure

Fred Vasseur criticizes the FIA’s late change to the 2026 F1 start procedure, arguing Ferrari warned early about MGU-H removal and turbo lag, and that regulatory U-turns undermine power-unit design choices made in good faith.

March 2, 2026

Aston Martin is reportedly considering early DNF in the Australian Grand Prix

Aston Martin and Honda’s 2026 F1 project is already in crisis after abnormal V6 vibrations repeatedly damaged the battery system in testing, slashing mileage and threatening readiness for the Australian Grand Prix.

March 2, 2026

FIA and the Middle East dilemma: safety takes center stage as conflict threatens schedule

Escalating Middle East conflict is forcing Formula 1 to reassess April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, prioritizing safety while monitoring developments and preparing contingency plans such as alternative venues.

March 2, 2026

Honda reportedly blames Adrian Newey’s late redesign for vibration-induced battery failures

Honda and Aston Martin’s 2026 project is in crisis after vibration-driven battery failures wrecked pre-season testing, raising questions over whether Adrian Newey’s late push for a compact two-tier battery design compressed Honda’s timeline and amplified reliability risks.

March 2, 2026

Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux are officially married

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc married long-time partner Alexandra Saint Mleux in a private Monaco ceremony ahead of the 2026 F1 season, celebrating with a vintage Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa getaway drive.