Aston Martin ends F1 Bahrain pre-season test early after six laps on final day

Aston Martin curtailed its Formula 1 pre-season testing programme in Bahrain as an after-effect of earlier technical issues.
Having switched to a Honda engine supply for F1’s new era, Aston Martin is the only team to use the Japanese power units and has struggled so far.
Regardless of its mediocre pace, the AMR26’s unreliability has been the biggest issue at Sakhir.
The Adrian …Keep reading

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Leclerc quickest, Aston Martin restricted to two laps

Charles Leclerc significantly impressed by topping the final morning of pre-season testing for the 2026 Formula 1 campaign, while further problems struck Aston Martin in Bahrain.
The Ferrari driver set a 1m33.689s lap on the C3 tyre inside the opening hour, and that is the third session Leclerc has topped across the last two weeks.
Alongside going fastest, the Monegasque completed the …Keep reading

F1 considering format changes, 12 sprints from 2027

Formula 1 is actively looking into doubling the number of sprint races from six to 12 per year from 2027, and is investigating other format changes to regular weekends.
F1’s commercial rightsholder Liberty Media has been keen to expand the number of sprint races for a while as it has found they lead to more interest from fans, broadcasters and race promoters, even if they place a bigger burden …Keep reading

Domenicali urges F1 ‘not to panic or overreact’ over 2026 rules

F1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali has urged fans to “stay calm” over the series’ new 2026 regulations, which have already come under fire before the season has started.
F1’s wholesale regulation changes for 2026 revolve around a much more powerful electric motor and sustainable fuels, measures which have attracted involvement from Audi, GM and Ford and enticed Honda to make a U-turn on …Keep reading