The New York Times

What we learned from F1’s second preseason test: McLaren’s concerns, trouble for Aston Martin

Oscar Piastri drives on the third day of the Formula 1 pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir on February 13, 2026. Giuseppe CACACE / AFP via Getty Images) SAKHIR, Bahrain — ...
The New York Times

F1’s secret Barcelona test and what we learned: An early favorite, and two concerns

Kimi Antonelli driving at the Barcelona shakedown Steve Etherington / Mercedes After years of hype and preparation, Formula 1’s new technical era for 2026 got underway this week in Barcelona in ...
Motor Sport Magazine

Mercedes’ 2026 F1 engine edge: Compression trick, cost cap and W17 promise

Drivers are always tight-lipped about how good a car is in testing, but in retrospect admit they recognise a poor machine almost immediately. Russell echoes Wolff’s sentiments by at least ruling out ...
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Former F1 chief hails heroic pilots after scary mid-air engine failure

Former F1 chief Otmar Szafnauer has shared frightening details after his plane suffered an engine failure - hailing the heroism of the pilots for saving the day. Szafnauer is best known as the former ...