F1’s new engines are the sport’s biggest gamble in 12 years. Here’s what changed

While engine performance across manufacturers has largely been balanced in recent years, the 2026 changes could deliver significant, potentially decisive gains. In 2014, when F1 first introduced ...

What we know (and don't) about F1 in 2026 after Barcelona test

After five days of shakedown testing at Barcelona, ESPN's F1 analysts reveal what they learned about the state of the field ...

F1 testing begins - but why all the secrecy?

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks ahead to the first F1 test of 2026, which is happening in private in Barcelona.
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Audi hails “more aggressive” engine sound for F1 in 2026

After the engine noise made by F1’s first V6 hybrid power units came under fire, key members of the Audi team have hailed the ...

F1 Testing: New 2026 rules era begins at Barcelona shakedown with Red Bull and Mercedes making positive starts

Although there are no live timings during the test, with 'official' pre-season testing running not under way until the first ...

F1 Testing Day 3: Rumors suggest Mercedes is cranking up new 2026 engine

Mercedes has impressed during Barcelona's 2026 F1 testing, showcasing strong straight-line speed and race pace. George Russell reported positive feedback on driveability and energy deployment, with ...

Aston Martin confirm F1 testing delay in slow start to Adrian Newey era

Aston Martin's readiness for the new Formula 1 season has come under scrutiny after the team confirmed it will not be hitting ...

F1 testing: Five takeaways from first week of all-new 2026 cars on track featuring Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull, Aston Martin

Long-time 2026 favourites Mercedes quickly catch the eye before Ferrari finish with a flourish; impressive reliable debut for ...
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F1 Testing 2026: Lewis Hamilton on top and Fernando Alonso finally cracks

Here is how testing in Barcelona this coming week could play out ...

U.S. Customs Derailed A Red Bull-Ford F1 Engine Test By Seizing A Turbocharger

Red Bull decided to stuff a turbo into a briefcase and have an engineer hand-deliver it to Ford in Michigan. Custom agents ...