Williams unveil the FW48’s bold new blue livery for 2026, aiming to build on recent progress and overcome the setback of missing early Barcelona testing.
Ferrari finish fastest, Mercedes impress on mileage, Williams absent and rivals regroup as F1’s 2026 era begins in Barcelona ahead of decisive Bahrain testing.
Lewis Hamilton topped F1’s first 2026 test in Barcelona, setting the fastest lap late on Day 5 as Ferrari ended the week encouraged.
McLaren’s day was hampered by a fuel system issue, Aston Martin finally ran but hit trouble, while Mercedes and Ferrari impressed in Barcelona testing.
Mercedes led day three of the Barcelona shakedown as Antonelli went fastest, while reigning champion Lando Norris debuted McLaren’s new MCL40.
Rain-hit Day 2 in Barcelona saw Verstappen trigger a red flag and Hadjar crash late on, as limited running left Red Bull and Ferrari gathering wet-weather data.
Isack Hadjar led Day 1 of F1 2026 testing in Barcelona for Red Bull, setting the fastest time of the shakedown.
Ferrari unveil the SF-26 for F1 2026 as Lewis Hamilton debuts the new car at Fiorano, featuring a glossy livery and hopes of a reset.
Alpine unveil the A526 in Barcelona, starting their Mercedes era as Briatore predicts competitiveness and warns there will be no excuses in 2026.
Mercedes unveil the W17, their 2026 F1 car, aiming to return to title contention under new regulations with Russell and Antonelli leading the charge.