Pre-Season

Mercedes tops mileage in F1 2026 Barcelona shakedown

January 31, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

Mercedes completed 500 laps to lead the mileage charts during the behind-closed-doors Barcelona shakedown for the 2026 Formula 1 season, showcasing strong reliability with its new W17 car. Ferrari impressed with Lewis Hamilton setting the fastest unofficial time of 1:16.348, while Aston Martin's radical Adrian Newey-designed AMR26 made a late but eye-catching debut. The test highlighted variations in active aerodynamics and suspensions across the grid, marking a smooth start to the new regulations era.