Barcelona 'shakedown' offers 1st hints of F1 2026
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While engine performance across manufacturers has largely been balanced in recent years, the 2026 changes could deliver significant, potentially decisive gains. In 2014, when F1 first introduced hybrid engines, Mercedes emerged with by far the best, setting it on course for eight consecutive world championship wins through to 2021.
After five days of shakedown testing at Barcelona, ESPN's F1 analysts reveal what they learned about the state of the field ahead of 2026 rule changes.
Engine power wll play a major factor in the outcome of the 2026 Formula 1 world championship, but what are the teams using and how will it affect their chances.
The F1 Shakedown week is a private event organised by the 11 teams on the grid and media isn’t invited. That means that while teams will have a better idea of how their cars perform under the new regulations, we won’t until next month.
Seven F1 2026 livery launches down, four to go. With a gap until the next one, it's time for you to have your say on your favourite.
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