Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari head into the F1 2026 season with fresh optimism as new technical regulations reset the grid. With more powerful batteries and active aerodynamics, Hamilton looks to bounce back from a podium-free year and challenge Charles Leclerc.
Rumours spread that Max Verstappen's long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase might leave Red Bull, but Verstappen has shut them down clearly. GP will stay for an 11th year together as the team prepares for the big 2026 changes in Formula 1.
Max Verstappen has confirmed he intends to honor his Red Bull contract through 2028, even as longtime advisor Helmut Marko steps down after 20 years with the team.
After winning his first World Championship in 2025, Lando Norris has publicly apologized for "stupid" comments he made about Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. The McLaren driver is using his new platform to emphasize respect for the legends of the sport as he prepares to defend his title in 2026.
Despite the arrival of Adrian Newey and Honda power, Fernando Alonso has questioned whether Aston Martin can integrate its new staff and facilities quickly enough to win immediately in 2026.
Audi has unveiled the R26 Concept that previews its 2026 Formula 1 car, marking the start of a long term programme aimed at becoming a title contender by 2030.
Williams will revive its historic "Forward W" logo and adopt the name Atlassian Williams F1 Team from the 2026 season. The rebrand reflects the team’s recent competitive resurgence and aims to connect its championship-winning legacy with a new generation of fans.
Williams Racing will rebrand as Williams F1 Team from next season, introducing a new logo inspired by Frank Williams’ original design. With strong results under James Vowles and renewed backing, the iconic British team is finally starting to look competitive again.












