Summary
Pre-season testing for the 2026 Formula 1 season took place in Spain, with teams like Red Bull and McLaren revealing their new car designs. The testing was done privately due to past issues with car reliability, and significant changes include new engines with a greater focus on electrical power.
Key Facts
- Formula 1 teams began private pre-season testing in Spain.
- New cars were unveiled by Red Bull and McLaren for the 2026 season.
- The new regulations include changes to chassis, engines, tyres, and the use of carbon-neutral fuel.
- The new engines are mostly hybrid, with 50% of power from electric systems.
- Testing was private due to previous reliability issues with new regulations.
- Seven teams participated in the testing, but Ferrari and McLaren opted to delay their track runs.
- Red Bull's new engine, developed with Ford, completed many laps successfully.
- Audi, participating for the first time in F1, faced some reliability problems.
