Round-up: Haas’s new VF-26 completes first laps at Fiorano, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Haas’s new VF-26 completes first laps at Fiorano, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

What does Mekies expect from the first season of the Red Bull-Ford alliance? - F1technical.net

Red Bull ushered in the next chapter of its Formula 1 journey with the unveiling of its 2026 livery in Detroit, marking the beginning of a transformative period for the team both technically and strategically.

Read more: What does Mekies expect from the first season of the Red Bull-Ford alliance? - F1technical.net

Verstappen explains why he is enthusiastic for the team’s new look - F1technical.net

Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen explains why he is enthusiastic for Red Bull's RB22's new look, claiming that "blue is my favourite colour."

Read more: Verstappen explains why he is enthusiastic for the team’s new look - F1technical.net

McLaren signs reigning Formula 2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli reserve driver - F1technical.net

Having joined the Woking-based F1 outfit last season after securing the Formula 2 title, becoming part of McLaren’s Driver Development Programme, Leonardo Fornaroli has been appointed as the British team's reserve driver for the upcoming season.

Read more: McLaren signs reigning Formula 2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli reserve driver - F1technical.net

Mercedes unveils W17 livery as new stripes draw mixed reaction ahead of 2026 F1 Season - Motorsport.com

The Mercedes Formula 1 team unveiled its W17 livery on 22 January, and the black and silver design has caught the attention of fans ahead of the 2026 season. 
The livery features a predominantly black design with the usual silver and Petronas turquoise accents. However, the Toto Wolff-led team has this time opted for a striped detail on the top of the sidepods.
"Looks sleek, and the nose on ...Keep reading

Read more: Mercedes unveils W17 livery as new stripes draw mixed reaction ahead of 2026 F1 Season - Motorsport.com

Norris relives Stewart’s 2013 prediction after becoming F1 world champion - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Dressed to the nines at the Autosport Awards, Lando Norris stepped onto the red carpet as a Formula 1 world champion for the first time. But while it would have been easy for the Briton to wax lyrical about his performance this year, instead he reflected on a moment with racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart in 2013. 
Norris's rise in the world of racing from a young junior racer to a grand prix ...Keep reading

Read more: Norris relives Stewart’s 2013 prediction after becoming F1 world champion - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

“It doesn’t matter how good the car is”: Jackie Stewart on what makes Lando Norris a true champion - Motorsport.com

Three-time Formula 1 champion and motorsport legend Sir Jackie Stewart has offered his verdict on Lando Norris after the Briton secured his first drivers' title in 2025. 
Speaking at the Autosport Awards, where the McLaren driver was celebrated by the organisation, Sir Stewart was asked about how he rated Norris as a champion. 
“He’s a very stable young man,” he said. "First of all ...Keep reading

Read more: “It doesn’t matter how good the car is”: Jackie Stewart on what makes Lando Norris a true champion - Motorsport.com