Fast Five: Newey warns 2026 regulations will slow cars, Ecclestone questions Hamilton's Ferrari move, and other big updates

Newey warns 2026 regulations will slow cars

Red Bull's Chief Technology Officer, Adrian Newey, has warned Formula 1 fans to prepare for "a lot slower" cars once the 2026 regulations come into play. He believes the current generation of F1 cars may be the fastest for a while due to proposed alterations, which will come into play in three years. The new power units will run on fully sustainable fuels, the electrical power component will be enhanced, and the power units will still deliver over 1,000 horsepower. F1 is looking to remain fast and exciting while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Ecclestone questions Hamilton's Ferrari move

Former F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone has weighed in on the rumors linking Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari. Ecclestone questioned why Hamilton would want to join a team that is in love with Leclerc, as he would still want to be connected with Mercedes. Ecclestone believes Hamilton will want to push on with Mercedes as he chases the record-breaking eighth World title. Despite speculation that he would be better off at Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton has made it clear he wants to continue in Formula 1 with Mercedes and hasn't signed a contract yet. Meanwhile, Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko believes Hamilton wants a pay raise and that Max Verstappen's salary is $20 million higher than his with Mercedes.

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Mercedes' new-look sidepods with upgrades unveiled

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The first photos of Mercedes' major upgrades to its 2023 Formula 1 car have emerged at the Monaco Grand Prix. Mercedes has new front suspension, sidepods, and floor, and this video shows how much has changed.

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Drivers considered for Aston Martin-Honda seat

Aston Martin have confirmed a works partnership with Honda for the 2026 season, and there are speculations that one of these five drivers will be paired to race for the team, including Yuki Tsunoda, Lando Norris, Ayumu Iwasa, Fernando Alonso, and Carlos Sainz. 

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How upgraded W14 compares with RB19

Mercedes have revealed a package of upgrades to their Formula 1 W14, including ditching the zero sidepod concept. Check out photos of the new W14 alongside the old one that caused so much trouble and the class-leading RB19 they hope to catch eventually.

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