McLaren begin 2026 as reigning champions, but radical new regulations threaten to reset the order and ignite a fierce title fight.

After a lacklustre ground effect-era, Mercedes wants to be seen as a serious title contender again. Can they achieve that in 2026 and go back to their championship winning ways? 

Having dominated the first three years of the previous regulation cycle, for the first time since 2021, Red Bull enters a season without a title to defend. With a brand new power unit, will the team be able to power its way back to the top?

Ferrari had heads turning during pre-season testing with strong reliability and technical innovations that fascinated the grid, but can they keep up the momentum throughout the season and finally redeem themselves at the top?

The Williams journey in recent years has been inspiring, with an impressive 2025 campaign, but do they have what it takes to get back to the front this year and live up to their historic legacy?

Can Racing Bulls continue with their upward momentum with the addition of Arvid Lindblad and their new engine partnership with Ford?

With state-of-the-art facilities, a Honda partnership and Adrian Newey joining the camp, Aston Martin should be fighting at the front of the grid. Yet, their testing performance has been extremely concerning. Will they be able to fulfill their potential and deliver a competitive car at any point this year?

Haas enjoyed an optimistic pre-season test, and with a solid foundation to build upon, can they stand out as the leader of the mid-field this year?

Audi are set to begin their F1 journey with ambitious targets and a wealth of experience in the right places, but will this be enough to be competitive at the pinnacle of motorsport?

Looking towards the 2026 F1 season, can Alpine use this rulebook overhaul and a new engine partnership to re-establish themselves and climb the order?

A new era, a new team. Can Cadillac turn their drivers’ experience into results in Formula One’s 2026 regulation overhaul?