F1 Analyze

FIA's engine compromise: A fair solution for Mercedes and its F1 rivals?

In the build-up to the new Formula 1 season, alongside energy management, much of the discussion has centred on two words: compression ratio. Put simply, it is the ratio between the volume of the cylinder when the piston is at the bottom of its stroke and the…

Published at: 2026-02-28 13:36:48

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

F1 engine manufacturers and FIA approve tweaks to compression ratio checks

Formula 1's governing body the FIA says the series' power unit manufacturers have unanimously approved changes to how engine compression ratios are measured, with revisions coming as early as 1 June.The compression ratio of the V6 combustion engines, which me…

Published at: 2026-02-28 09:52:06

FIA announces clampdown on compression ratio tests from June 2026

Formula 1 constructors and the FIA have reached a compromise to quell the compression ratio saga that has dominated the 2026 pre-season

Published at: 2026-02-28 09:45:13

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

Ralf Schumacher explains when Lewis Hamilton could decide to retire from F1 this season

Lewis Hamilton’s future in Formula 1 has been a topic of discussion ever since his challenging debut season with Ferrari in 2025, and there’s growing belief that 2026 might be his final year on the grid. Now 41, Hamilton hasn’t looked the same since losing th…

Published at: 2026-02-27 12:05:00

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

Ralf Schumacher warns Max Verstappen could leave Red Bull if new cars force change to driving style

Max Verstappen has raised serious doubts about his Formula 1 future after criticising the upcoming 2026 regulations. The Dutchman’s future has been a topic of conversation around the paddock for months.

Published at: 2026-02-27 09:05:28