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Why F1 2026 power unit rules have delivered exactly what fans wanted

After years of processional races, the 2026 F1 power unit rules are finally giving fans overtakes, strategy, and thrilling ...

Max Verstappen calls those enjoying F1’s new racing style ‘not real’ fans

The four-time world champion described the new regulations as “anti-racing” and “not a lot of fun” during preseason testing.

Honda F1 engine vibrations led to Fernando Alonso ‘losing all feeling in limbs’

Honda’s work on its power unit’s vibration issue is yet to pay off, with both Aston Martins retiring from the Shanghai race ...
Opinion

F1 should not be about electric sustainability – we must go back to full-throttle engines

After an eventful Chinese Grand Prix, Max Verstappen was as vocal about the new regulations as ever. “I don’t know, if someone likes this, then you really don’t know what racing is about,” he said. Do ...

A New Era for Formula 1—But Is It Better?

Commentary: The first race under the new hybrid rules raises concerns about racing quality.
Tech Xplore

Formula 1's 2026 rules: New sustainability rules are changing the way races are won

The first races under Formula 1's new regulations delivered exactly what the sport's rule-makers had hoped for: more ...

Aston Martin faces uncertain first F1 race amid Honda engine woes - Report

Problems with Honda supplied power unit could prevent Aston Martin F1 from crossing the finish line in Melbourne.

'The conflict which shows up F1's best and worst sides'

The three most successful drivers in Formula 1 sum up the conflict and paradox at the heart of the sport's new look after a Chinese Grand Prix.
The New York Times

Formula 1 promised an exciting new era. But are the cars actually fun to drive?

Max Verstappen driving on track during day one of F1 Testing at Bahrain International Circuit Mark Thompson/Getty Images SAKHIR, Bahrain — For years, so much focus within the Formula 1 world has been ...