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Originally Published 24 days ago — by Formula 1
Ferrari announced their 2026 Formula 1 car launch will take place on January 23, 2026, just before pre-season testing in Barcelona, with the team emphasizing an aggressive approach to car assembly and development amidst new regulations, aiming to improve after a challenging 2025 season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Race
The latest edition of The Race F1 Podcast discusses the Red Bull RB20 2024 Formula 1 car launch, featuring insights from Dutch TV commentator Nelson Valkenburg and former technical director Gary Anderson. The podcast also covers the impact of the investigation into Christian Horner and the direction Red Bull has taken with the new car.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Motorsport.com
McLaren's cautious approach to revealing its new car's aerodynamic details is part of a "game of performance," according to driver Lando Norris, who emphasized the importance of protecting the team's intellectual property. Team principal Andrea Stella highlighted the commercial and marketing aspects of the decision, while also noting that rival cars are looking more similar this season due to new regulations, potentially leading to a closer field of competition.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Race
Ferrari has revealed its overhauled 2024 Formula 1 car, the SF-24, which the team claims is "95% new" compared to its predecessor. The car aims to provide a positive driving experience for its drivers, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, and maximize the potential of the power unit. The SF-24 features a largely unchanged livery from its predecessor, with some subtle differences. This unveiling leaves only Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull to complete their car launches before pre-season testing in Bahrain next week.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by F1 - The Official Home of Formula 1® Racing
Alpine unveils the A524, their new F1 car for the 2024 season, featuring a predominantly black livery with blue and pink highlights, inspired by contemporary artist Felipe Pantone. The car will be driven by Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly, with a pink-dominated livery at eight races. Alpine aims to bounce back from a challenging 2023 season and is set for initial testing in Bahrain ahead of the season opener at the same venue.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by RACER
Haas F1 Team has unveiled its 2024 car, the VF-24, through digital renders ahead of its shakedown at Silverstone, with new team principal Ayao Komatsu expressing realistic expectations for the car's performance. The VF-24 is an evolution of last season's car, featuring a predominantly black livery, and is seen as a platform for progress rather than a radical departure. With Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen as drivers, the team aims to measure improvements throughout the season after finishing at the bottom of the constructors' championship last year.