The compression ratio in Mercedes’ and Red Bull's 2026 engines has come under scrutiny in F1, but what’s really behind it?
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How do F1 engines work? What are the differences between a Formula One engine and a normal car engine? In this video I give a ...
The wings will open (reducing drag) on the straights and close (increasing downforce) in the corners, with the cars operating ...
F1 has provided a summary of its new terminology for 2026 elements… For drivers within one second of a car in front to deploy ...
Formula 1’s 2026 race car introduces major technical changes, including updated hybrid power units, increased electrical ...
FIA has unveiled renders of Formula 1's all-new 2026 car, introducing sweeping regulations that are set to mark a "new era" ...
Even if you're a complete stranger to motorsport, a quick glimpse at the world of F1 reveals that it isn't a cheap endeavor. A field of teams, armed with mechanics, strategists, and PR managers fly ...
You're here because you find automotive technical minutiae fascinating. While there's plenty of cool engines in passenger cars — oddities like the Honda S800's roller bearing crank that needs no oil ...
This article is part of our Forever Forward series, which is showcasing the ways Formula 1 is innovating for the 2026 season. Few things split Formula One fans like the power behind the championship’s ...
IndyCar is set to introduce new regulations for the 2028 season, which include a new chassis and aerodynamics.
Cyril Abiteboul regrets Alpine F1 team's shift to using Mercedes engines and discusses skepticism about Hyundai Motorsport's potential entry into Formula 1. Nov 18, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; BWT ...