F1 2026

Formula 1 drivers have shared their first impressions after the Barcelona shakedown of the 2026 cars, highlighting both challenges and excitements in the new regulations. Key aspects include energy management issues, handling differences, and powerful acceleration. While some features like active aerodynamics fell short of expectations, the cars still feel like high-performance racers.

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Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman from Haas have expressed concerns about overtaking with the new 2026 Formula 1 cars after testing in Barcelona. The drivers noted challenges in following other cars and using the new Overtake Mode. Despite aerodynamic changes aimed at improving racing, early impressions suggest passing may remain difficult.

Mercedes kicked off the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season strongly at the Barcelona shakedown, with rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli completing a full race simulation on his second day in the W17 car. The team accumulated 334 laps over two days without major issues, gathering valuable data. Drivers George Russell and Antonelli topped unofficial timesheets, signaling reliability for the new power unit.

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Aston Martin's new AMR26 car, designed by Adrian Newey, finally hit the track on the fourth day of the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season shakedown at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Lance Stroll completed a handful of slow laps before a precautionary stop triggered a red flag. The radical design has already drawn attention despite the team's delayed arrival.

Eighteen-year-old Arvid Lindblad has expressed doubts about being entirely ready for his Formula 1 debut with Racing Bulls in 2026, despite positive feedback from team officials. He completed his first laps in the new car during a private shakedown in Barcelona. The session highlighted both his composure and the challenges of the upcoming regulations.

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Seven Formula 1 teams began the 2026 shakedown at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on Monday, marking the first collective running of the new-generation cars under revised chassis and power unit regulations. Mercedes and Red Bull led in lap counts and unofficial times, while newcomers Audi and Cadillac faced technical hurdles. Drivers described the cars as different but driveable, emphasizing energy management and reliability.