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.
A corporate tug-of-war between Red Bull, Ford, and Honda has left Yuki Tsunoda without a 2026 contract, despite his expected role as a reserve driver.
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.
In a candid new interview, Sergio Pérez has pulled back the curtain on the "toxic" environment at Red Bull Racing. The Mexican driver claims that from day one, he was told the team existed solely to support Max Verstappen, making any attempt to compete almost impossible.
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.
Alpine has confirmed that Franco Colapinto will stay with the team for the 2026 Formula 1 season, continuing alongside Pierre Gasly. With sweeping new regulations arriving, the team has chosen stability and long-term development over a reshuffle.
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.
McLaren will auction the unreleased 2026 MCL40A during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, offering the first public sale of a next-gen F1 car. Complete with a race-used chassis from Norris or Piastri, the car will be delivered in 2028 with extensive VIP experiences and technical support.
