How energy management could turn F1 2026 into “speed chess”
The 2026 Formula 1 regulations do not only represent a major shake-up for all designers and engineers behind…
Martin Brundle identifies which team has “hit the sweet spot” after private F1 testing
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle claimed that Mercedes had “hit the sweet spot”…
The challenges facing Mercedes ahead of F1 2026
It has been five years since Mercedes last won the Formula 1 world championship – the 2021 constructors’…
When and where to watch live, what you need to know
The Mercedes Formula 1 team unveiled the livery of the W17 on Thursday 22 January on social media,…
Fred Vasseur: Barcelona F1 shakedown “a very good first step” for Ferrari
Ferrari Formula 1 team principal Fred Vasseur says the Scuderia’s mileage in the Barcelona shakedown is an “important…
Max Verstappen admits underdog 2025 F1 title fight felt “nice” amid change in fan support
After years of dominating in Formula 1, Max Verstappen found himself in an underdog role during his championship…
Ferrari tested wet-weather active aerodynamic mode during 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown
Although only two teams took to the track on the second day of Formula 1’s five-day ‘shakedown’ behind…
Here’s what happened on day one of F1’s secretive closed-door 2026 shakedown
Formula 1’s shakedown week began on a crisp but chilly day at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with Mercedes’…
‘Verstappen’s failed F1 2025 comeback will never be spoken of again’
Max Verstappen’s failed F1 2025 title bid will not stand the test of time, thinks former F1 driver…
Antonelli explains why Mercedes F1 suspension change cost him “two or three months”
Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli believes the team’s ill-fated suspension change cost him “two or three months” of…
Drivers categorised in tier system for their performances
With the 2025 F1 season done and dusted, FormulaRapida.net decided to draw out a ranking system in a…
Who was the best rookie of F1 2025? Our writers have their say
The 2025 Formula 1 season welcomed an unusually high number of rookies onto the grid which provided a…