As the Formula 1 community gears up for the 2026 power unit regulations, Mercedes’ Toto Wolff expects some teams to lag behind in their development. The new engine will feature 100% sustainable fuels, the removal of the MGU-H system, and a greater reliance on electrification, resulting in a 50/50 power split between internal combustion and electrical components. Wolff believes this shift will lead to varying levels of progress among teams, with some faring better than others.
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Alpine Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon reveals that his team will continue to rotate its heavier chassis, which has impacted his qualifying performance. Meanwhile, the team is determined to make the most of Ocon’s final 15 races before his departure, focusing on their F1 calendar and strategy.
Mercedes’ Formula 1 team has undergone a remarkable transformation with their W15 car, overcoming early season struggles to unlock the full performance potential of the vehicle. With a series of strategic upgrades and adjustments, the team has positioned itself for an upward trajectory in the 2023 season.
With Mercedes showing signs of resurgence, the team’s performance at the Spanish Grand Prix will be a critical indicator of its ability to consistently compete at the front of the Formula 1 grid.
McLaren boss Andrea Stella has stressed that the team’s primary focus is on refining its processes, rather than fixating on results, as the key to their Formula 1 resurgence. Stella’s appointment in late 2022 has sparked a transformation, with McLaren consistently challenging at the front since last summer. While the team acknowledges its significant progress, Stella warns against becoming too results-oriented, emphasizing that the focus on the process will be crucial in their pursuit of challenging for podiums and the championship title.
Renowned Formula 1 design expert Adrian Newey has expressed concerns that the 2026 Formula 1 technical regulations were heavily influenced by ‘one or two manufacturers’, potentially compromising the overall quality of the rules. As the sport prepares for a significant reset, Newey’s comments raise important questions about balancing the needs of teams, fans, and new manufacturers.
As the draft 2026 Formula 1 regulations were unveiled, Max Verstappen voiced his concerns that the planned 30kg weight reduction may not be sufficient to enhance the racing experience. The Dutch driver believes that ‘at least 100-150kg’ needs to be taken out of the cars to make them more agile and enjoyable to drive.
Ferrari has concluded a two-day testing session at Mugello circuit, putting the 2025-specification tyres to the test. Pirelli, the official Formula 1 tyre supplier, is conducting crucial tests across multiple circuits to gather data and refine its next-generation tyres, set to debut in the upcoming season.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has rubbished claims that the arrival of Lewis Hamilton alongside Charles Leclerc could hinder the Italian marque’s Formula 1 title chances, citing the mutual benefits of having two strong drivers pushing each other to perform at their best.
The Formula 1 Engineering Scholarship is a game-changer for students from underrepresented backgrounds, offering crucial financial, academic, and career support to break into the competitive and often exclusive world of Formula 1 engineering. Through the experiences of scholar Sean Mata, we explore how this initiative is driving diversity and inclusion within the sport.