A McLaren planeja testar novamente sua nova asa dianteira durante o fim de semana do Grande Prêmio de Mônaco, após ambos os pilotos rejeitarem a peça devido ao tempo limitado de pista no Grande Prêmio do Canadá.
A equipe introduziu a asa dianteira como parte de um grande pacote de atualizações em seu carro MCL40 no Grande Prêmio do Canadá. Lando Norris e Oscar Piastri retornaram à especificação anterior antes da classificação sprint devido à falta de confiança no carro com a nova asa instalada.
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Ferrari will introduce its innovative rotating rear wing during the first practice session at the 2026 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. The device, tested earlier in Bahrain pre-season, flips completely upside down to reduce drag on straights. Lewis Hamilton praised the team's efforts in accelerating its development for the weekend.
McLaren reverted to its previous front wing specification ahead of sprint qualifying at the Canadian Grand Prix after both drivers reported a lack of confidence with the new version.
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Ferrari tested its innovative rotating rear wing during free practice at the Chinese Grand Prix but reverted to a conventional design for sprint qualifying. The team cited insufficient guarantees for race use despite positive initial feedback. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc qualified fourth and sixth respectively.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella announced that the team will deliver an entirely new version of its MCL40 car for the Miami Grand Prix and Canada. The upgrade focuses on aerodynamic improvements for North American races. Stella expects rivals to introduce similar changes.
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The FIA has launched an investigation into Mercedes' movable front wing on its 2026 W17 car following a rival team's request for clarification after the Chinese Grand Prix. The wing allegedly closes in two phases, with the second exceeding the 400-millisecond regulatory limit. Officials aim to resolve the issue before the upcoming Suzuka Grand Prix.
Williams has confirmed it will bring a sizeable performance upgrade package to the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal. Team principal James Vowles said the team aims to maximise gains over the coming weeks following its recent Miami improvements.
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Mercedes and McLaren will both introduce significant car upgrades at this week's Canadian Grand Prix as the 2026 Formula 1 season continues to evolve.