Why Alpine is taking the Mercedes gearbox for just one season

Alpine’s decision to take Mercedes’ Formula 1 gearbox for 2026 will give it “headroom” to develop elsewhere for the next series of regulations before building its own in 2027.
Despite protestations from the personnel at the Renault Group’s Viry-Chatillon powertrain headquarters, the decision was made to shutter the French manufacturer’s 2026 engine project and assume a customer deal with …Keep reading

Aston Martin F1 still focused on 2025 despite 2026 regulations and Newey arrival

Aston Martin made one of the biggest signings of the 2024 Formula 1 season by landing fabled designer Adrian Newey – but he will not start his role as managing technical partner until March, with plenty suggesting his impact on the team will not be truly felt until the regulation changes of 2026. 
However, for managing director Jefferson Slack, there is no reason why Aston Martin should …Keep reading