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

Five drivers with a point to prove in F1 2026

It is a big year for Formula 1 given it is debuting a completely new set of regulations in 2026, but there are some drivers who need to master the rule change more than others.Whether it’s because they had a poor 2025, a poor last few years, or even simply as…

Published at: 2026-02-28 11:30:02

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

Formula 1's new golden age of celebrity may have just begun

As the eighth series of Netflix's hugely popular Drive To Survive is released this weekend, has Formula 1 become one big celebrity playground?

Published at: 2026-02-28 00:01:44

How ‘F1’s’ Sound Team Gave the Film Its Sense of Scale and Authenticity With Unprecedented Access to Formula 1 Tracks, Grand Prix Races, Camera Footage and Audio

The roaring engine, the downshifting of the gears, tires on gravel, and crowds chanting were all aural elements that give Joseph Kosinski’s “F1” its adrenaline rush. The team at Formula One Media & Broadcast Center, led by Tim Bampton, Director of Content Del…

Published at: 2026-02-27 19:00:00

Pedro Acosta durante le prove libere in Thailandia

epa12781305 Spanish MotoGP rider Pedro Acosta of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in action during a practice session for the Motorcycling Grand Prix of Thailand at Chang International Circuit, Buriram province, Thailand, 27 February 2026. (ANSA)

Published at: 2026-02-27 16:22:12

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