Cadillac’s entry into Formula 1 for the 2026 season represents a shift away from the traditional customer team model. By electing to design its own rear suspension and gearbox carrier rather than purchasing them from Ferrari, Cadillac is investing in intellectual property ahead of its transition to a full GM ‘works’ team in 2029. We analyze the technical and strategic ‘gambit’ behind this move.
Frédéric Vasseur has launched a preemptive strike against rumors of internal friction at Ferrari. As Lewis Hamilton adapts to a new race engineer for 2026, Vasseur is using “psychological warfare” to shield Maranello from the media storm. Discover how the Scuderia is reframing the 2026 title fight.
Sebastian Vettel has sent shockwaves through the paddock by naming George Russell and Mercedes as his 2026 title favorites. From his recent appearance on Servus TV, the four-time champion analyzes the seismic regulatory shift and why he believes the Brackley-based team is poised to reclaim their throne.
As Formula 1 enters its new energy era in 2026, a high-stakes technical schism has emerged from the Bahrain paddock. While the rest of the grid coalesces around synthetic e-fuels, Scuderia Ferrari has executed a radical “biofuel gambit.” In partnership with Shell, the Maranello-based outfit has powered its new SF-26 chassis with a bespoke, waste-derived biofuel, positioning Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton as solitary pioneers of a circular energy path. From leveraging IndyCar data to exploiting cost-cap exemptions, Ferrari is betting that this calculated divergence will provide the ultimate competitive edge for the sport’s next regulatory epoch.
By Autodromef1 Staff Published: February 3, 2026 The introduction of the Formula 1 2026 technical regulations has generated extensive discussion regarding potential changes in driving techniques, particularly the implications of downshifting on straights and the adoption of lift-and-coast strategies during qualifying sessions. However, recent findings from the Barcelona shakedown have significantly eased these initial concerns, … Read more
Lewis Hamilton initiates a “clean slate” at Ferrari for 2026. After a podium-free 2025, the 7-time champ overhauls his core team—including race engineer Riccardo Adami and manager Marc Hynes—to chase a record 8th title. See who’s in and who’s out.
Formula 1 drivers are celebrated for their unparalleled skill, courage, and extraordinary ability to perform under pressure while navigating high-speed circuits with precision. However, these elite athletes are not exempt from experiencing everyday mishaps, including the inadvertent washing of important items such as passports. Leclerc’s Repeated Laundry Incidents A notable example is Ferrari driver Charles … Read more
George Russell has publicly expressed his satisfaction with the performance of Mercedes during the opening day of the 2026 Formula 1 shakedown testing held at the Circuit de Barcelona. The team demonstrated a notable level of consistency, completing a combined total of 151 laps. Kimi Antonelli kicked off the morning session, successfully navigating approximately 56 … Read more
Barcelona, Spain – January 26, 2026–The 2026 Formula 1 season officially kicked off today at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, as teams engaged in their private pre-season shakedown testing amid the implementation of radical new regulations. In a compelling display of performance, Red Bull Racing’s Isack Hadjar emerged as the fastest driver in the morning session, … Read more
Christian Horner Launches Exclusive Speaking Tour in Australia Ahead of 2026 F1 Season In an exciting announcement for Formula 1 fans, Christian Horner, the former Team Principal and CEO of Red Bull Racing, is set to embark on a speaking tour in Australia titled “A Special Evening with Christian Horner.” This world-first tour will take … Read more