Is Mercedes really leaving Formula 1 — or is something far bigger happening behind the scenes?
If you’re an F1 fan who loves the sport but doesn’t always have time to keep up with every headline, this episode of the All Motorsports Podcast is your complete intelligence briefing. In this episode, we break down the biggest developments shaping the future of Formula 1 and the upcoming 2026 regulation era.
We dive deep into the proposed changes to F1 engine compression ratio rules, the role of the Power Unit Advisory Committee (PUAC), Ferrari’s active aerodynamics development, and the return of the controversial “mousehole” aero concept. We also analyse the potential performance impact of the 2026 regulations, including the emerging time-loss concerns around energy deployment and how drivers like Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris believe the new rules will change racing dynamics.
Plus, we preview what really matters at Bahrain pre-season testing — what to watch, which teams could surprise, and how to follow the action live.
If you want a fast, intelligent breakdown of what’s happening across Formula 1 — without spending hours scrolling news sites — this is the update you need.
Chapters
0:00 - Introduction to Formula One
0:29 - Engine Compression Ratio Changes
1:51 - Power Unit Advisory Committee
2:22 - Mercedes and Regulation Shifts
2:51 - Ferrari's Active Aerodynamics
3:39 - Return of the "Mousehole" Design
4:19 - Energy Development Concerns
5:05 - Impact of New Regulations on Racing
6:07 - Bahrain Testing Overview
6:56 - Conclusion
