◼︎ FIA to investigate Mercedes’ 2026 power unit amid legality concerns — scrutiny intensifies over engine compression and potential performance edge.
◼︎ Anthropic enters F1 as Williams’ ‘Official Thinking Partner’ — AI integration trend grows in paddock.
◼︎ Adrian Newey warns rivals after Aston Martin’s ‘aggressive’ 2026 AMR26 reveal — new design philosophy sparks intrigue.
◼︎ Williams unveils dynamic new FW48 design, skipping early Barcelona tests — team signalling renaissance.
◼︎ Lewis Hamilton restructures personal team ahead of 2026 campaign — split with longtime right‑hand man as Ferrari looks forward.
◼︎ Anthony Davidson joins Mercedes as development driver for 2026 — experience bolsters Silver Arrows’ technical programme.
◼︎ McLaren flags key regulation performance levers under 2026 rules — Stella highlights power unit and variable aero as differentiators.
◼︎ Karun Chandhok names George Russell favourite for 2026 world title — fresh championship narratives emerging pre‑season.
◼︎ Concorde Agreement 2026–30 formally signed, securing governance stability — long‑term commercial framework confirmed.
◼︎ Ongoing regulation overhaul drives uncertainty and political tension — engine rule loopholes, energy management debates and competitive balance talks simmer.
