Charles Leclerc ensured Ferrari ended preseason testing in style with a scintillating set of late laps in Bahrain that will increase hype around the Italian team's 2026 chances.

Ferrari closed out the 2026 F1 Bahrain pre-season test with Charles Leclerc posting the fastest lap time, though concerns about their turbo were raised by several engineers in the paddock. Leclerc’s 1:31.

A new system for engine development comes into force for F1 2026.

Ferrari’s new power unit hasn’t managed to replicate the high-rev technique Max Verstappen showed off at the start of pre-season testing in Bahrain. As F1 prepares for a major shift in 2026, there’s been plenty of talk about the various power units.

FIORANO MODENESE, Italy — Team principal Fred Vasseur says Ferrari is “more united than ever” as Lewis Hamilton test drove the car designed to bring the Italian giant back to the front of the Formula 1 field following a troubled 2025. Hamilton was at ...

F1 has completed its longest preseason in years with its new cars. But heading to race one, there's no clear favorite team

Ferrari’s engine department is staring down Formula 1’s new power-unit era with a mixture of confidence and curiosity.

Preseason testing for the new Formula 1 season ends in Bahrain, with teams not putting their cars on a track until the first practice session of the Australian Grand Prix weekend on March 6.

Rotating wings. Teams accusing each other of sandbagging. A murky running order. F1's preseason is starting to heat up

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton has admitted he “forgot who I was” but is now excited for the new Formula One season and ready to go racing again.In a defiant message posted on Instagram, the seven times world champion made clear he was fully motivated again after a disappointing first season with the Italian team.

McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes were also on point and should be in line to lead the pack as the lights go out in Melbourne on March 8