F1 Analyze

McLaren can celebrate as new Petronas fuel set to boost Mercedes engine by 20 horsepower

There’s growing optimism within McLaren and other Mercedes-powered teams that Petronas’ new fuel could provide a notable horsepower bump heading into the Australian Grand Prix. While concerns had surfaced during pre-season testing about Petronas lagging behin…

Published at: 2026-02-28 12:48:00

Cadillac names first F1 car after Mario Andretti

Cadillac has branded its 2026 Formula 1 car the MAC-26, named after world champion and Indy 500 winner Mario Andretti.Andretti was one of the original driving forces behind the project to bring the team to F1, formerly helmed by his son Michael. The 85-year-o…

Published at: 2026-02-27 16:46:48

Five key F1 moments that should have featured in Netflix’s Drive to Survive season 8

Netflix’s Formula 1 documentary series Drive to Survive is back for season 8 with a behind the scenes look at the dramatic 2025 season. Drive to Survive season eight landed on Netflix on Friday, 27 February, just a week before Formula 1 returns for 2026 with …

Published at: 2026-02-27 14:21:32

Honda reveals cause of "extremely challenging" Aston Martin F1 engine issue

Honda is working to solve crippling vibration issues in time for Formula 1's 2026 season opener in Australia after a disastrous series of tests with Aston Martin.Aston Martin and Honda suffered a rough start to their partnership in pre-season testing, with mi…

Published at: 2026-02-27 11:00:51

F1's new era demands a new driving style as 'big four' seek opening victory in Australia

Formula 1's new era of regulations could upend the series in unexpected ways when the season begins with the Australian Grand Prix next week. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, the two most successful drivers on the grid, were critical in testing of cars whos…

Published at: 2026-02-26 11:30:57

Formula 1: Every 2026 car livery, ranked – Alex Powell

OPINION: Who got it right and who didn't in designing this year's cars?

Published at: 2026-02-24 19:01:00

10 Bold Predictions for the 2026 Formula 1 Season

Our crystal-ball picks for the new F1 season, including driver shakeups and rookie breakthroughs.

Published at: 2026-02-24 18:36:00

Fernando Alonso growing increasingly frustrated as Aston Martin’s 2026 struggles worsen

Aston Martin’s preparation for the upcoming Formula 1 season has been anything but smooth. Delays in getting their car into the wind tunnel set them back further, and Enrico Cardile couldn’t join until halfway through 2025 because Ferrari had him on gardening…

Published at: 2026-02-24 13:11:00