Explaining F1’s new 2026 regulations: What’s new and what it means | McLaren

This article explains the new 2026 regulations for Formula 1, focusing on the overhaul of the power units, the aerodynamic changes, and the impact on racing. The new power units aim for a 50:50 split between ICE and electric power, while the cars have been made narrower, lighter, and with reduced drag to promote closer racing. The regulations also introduce new power deployment modes to enhance racing and provide drivers with more strategic control.

F1 2026 - VCARB 03 - FIRST LOOK

The video provides a first look at the VCARB 03, a pretty race car with interesting details for the F1 2026 season.

F1 2026 - Red Bull RB22 - Did they copy us??

This video explores the similarities between the new Red Bull RB22 and previous designs, questioning if Red Bull copied their own previous car. It delves into the aerodynamic analysis of the RB22 using complex CFD simulation.

New year, same dedicated team | Red Bull Racing

Good to see GP

Cadillac hits the track for the first time. Sergio Pérez behind the wheel. And this is how the 2026 Ferrari engine sounds.

Red Bull responds to "noise” about F1 engine trick: "Confident that it's legal"

Red Bull is confident that the compression ratio of its 2026 F1 engine is within the regulations, despite controversy from other manufacturers. Red Bull Powertrains director Ben Hodgkinson dismisses the concerns as 'a lot of noise about nothing'. The crux of the issue is that different manufacturers interpret the regulations differently, with Red Bull arguing they are compliant with checks made at ambient temperature.

FIA allows gasoline exception for test drives

“CO2-neutral gasoline is one of the basic pillars of the new regulations. However, the high-tech fuel does not have to be used for the test drives in Barcelona and Bahrain. The FIA has approved a postponement of the teams and fuel partners.“

McLaren Racing announce McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team Reserve Drivers and 2026 Driver Development Programme line-up

McLaren Racing announced Leonardo Fornaroli as the 2026 McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team Reserve Driver, alongside Pato O’Ward, while also confirming the full line up of its Driver Development Programme for 2026. The programme includes Christian Costoya, Matteo De Palo, Leonardo Fornaroli, Ella Häkkinen, Ella Lloyd, Pato O’Ward, Ella Stevens, Dries Van Langendonck, and Richard Verschoor, with each driver participating in various racing and testing programmes to progress towards Formula 1, IndyCar, and the team’s upcoming World Endurance Championship entry.