Formula 1 has always been as much a game of thermal management as it is of raw horsepower, but the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve took the skill of tyre management to another level. On a weekend defined by dramatic weather conditions, sudden shifts, and punishing track surfaces, managing and controlling degradation played a crucial role in success. The Montreal Conundrum: Surface vs. Compound The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve presents a notorious logistical

When the 2026 Formula 1 season begins, it won’t just mark the start of a new championship - it will signal a profound transformation in how the sport thinks about cars, engines, racing and sustainability. After years of planning and development, the FIA and Formula 1 have introduced a sweeping set of rules designed to modernise the sport, increase competitiveness, enhance on-track action, and accelerate its push toward environmental responsibility. A Strategic Reset for the

Carlos Sainz’s 10-second penalty at Zandvoort turned into a two-week saga that exposed just how messy F1’s penalty system really is. A move that looked like hard racing was first punished, then overturned, leaving fans and drivers asking: if the rules are meant to bring clarity, why do they so often create even more confusion?

My 4-day work experience at Williams Racing was unforgettable. I explored departments from aerodynamics to marketing, shadowed engineers, and saw how every detail affects performance. The highlight was going behind the scenes and speaking with people whose passion for racing was inspiring. The experience gave me a real insight into F1 and confirmed my ambition to pursue a future in motorsport and engineering.

We had an incredible day at the Girls on Track networking event at Brands Hatch, held alongside the British GT Championship. The event gave us the opportunity to meet inspiring women working across different areas of motorsport, from engineering and media to team management. Through networking sessions and panel talks, we gained valuable insights into career pathways and the importance of diversity in the industry.

In F1, material science drives performance and safety — from carbon fibre for strength and aerodynamics to heat-resistant composites in brakes and sensors. Every material is chosen to push limits, protect drivers, and shave off precious milliseconds.

As F1 hits Barcelona, it's not just the corners getting tighter—the regulations are too. With new front wing tests joining the rear wing crackdown, the Spanish Grand Prix could be the moment the flexi-wing era truly ends. Who’s found legal speed, and who’s about to be caught out?

“Second Place is the First Loser” - Enzo Ferrari, 1898-1988, at his company's factory in Maranello Credit:...

Adrian Newey is set to start his role as Managing Technical Partner on the 1st March 2025 / Photo Credit: Planet F1 Adrian Newey 66, is...

Laura Muller was promoted to her new role as race engineer on Tuesday 21st January In a historic move for Formula 1, the Haas F1 Team has...

Max Verstappen uses his DRS to get past the Ferrari of Charles Leclerc. Credit: LAT Images What is DRS? DRS, was introduced in 2011 as a...

Over the past year, I have been lucky enough to go on two F1 Team factory tours; at Red Bull, Milton Keynes and at the McLaren Technology...