Auto Culture Society Podcast: F1 2026 Bahrain Testing “Not Formula 1”, Engine Loopholes and “The Chef can drive Turn 12”
F1 2026 Bahrain Testing “Not Formula 1”, Engine Loopholes and “The Chef can drive Turn 12”
We break down the start to the 2026 Formula 1 era following the first pre-season test in Bahrain. Topics include the polarized driver reactions to the new "energy-starved" regulations—with Max Verstappen calling it "not Formula 1" while others find it fun and the bizarre reality that drivers must now lift off in corners to save energy, leading Fernando Alonso to claim even a "chef" could drive them. Plus, we analyze Mercedes' pace.