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F1 tech peddler - Technical analyst 🤓🕵️

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2025 will be the start of something new, as I’ll no longer be working for Motorsport/Autosport going forward. I have so very much to be thankful for during my time with them, none more so than having the opportunity to work with Giorgio Piola.
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Ferrari revealed the 'A-spec' of its F1 2026 challenger, but some intriguing technical details were on offer.

✍️ @somersf1.co.uk takes a closer look.
Innovative floor and front wing solutions lead Ferrari’s SF-26 A-spec unveiling
It might be an 'A-spec' of their eventual challenger but there's plenty of detail on the Ferrari SF-26 to dissect.
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January 24, 2026 at 10:44 AM
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The Mercedes W17 took to the track for the first time and, while it is likely to change, some interesting design solutions were spotted.

✍️ @somersf1.co.uk has more.
Mercedes W17 reveal exposes puzzling differences between render and real car
What Mercedes launched, and what it shook down at Silverstone revealed some telling differences ahead of F1 2026.
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January 23, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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Our first direct comparison of a real life 2026 car and the team's renders reveals a number of differences, as the VCARB03 hits the track.

✍️ @somersf1.co.uk explains.
F1 2026 uncovered: Racing Bulls VCARB003 demo reveals extra details of new cars
Our first direct comparison of a real life 2026 car and the team's renders reveals a number of differences, as the VCARB03 hits the track.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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'Active Aero' is another term to be joining the #F1 lexicon in 2026, so @somersf1.co.uk has broken down exactly what it is set to entail.
F1's new era: The game-changing potential of 'Active Aero' revealed
Formula 1 is making extensive changes to the power unit, chassis and aerodynamics for 2026, which we'll cover in this series of articles.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:41 PM
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Formula 1 is making extensive changes to the power unit, chassis and aerodynamics for 2026.

✍️ @somersf1.co.uk tells us more.
F1 2026 uncovered: Next-gen cars, new tyres, and design decisions
Formula One is making extensive changes to the powerunit, chassis and aerodynamics for 2026, which we'll cover in this series of articles.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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While not a Grand Prix winner, the Ferrari SF-25 provided lots to unpack from its technical make-up.

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F1 uncovered: A final probe into the hidden details of the Ferrari SF-25
Delving into the technical detail of 2025, with the SF-25 the last car from Ferrari before F1 embarks another big regulation change.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Delving into the technical detail of 2025, with the VCARB02 the last car from Racing Bulls before F1 embarks another big regulation change.

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F1 uncovered: Under the skin of the Racing Bulls VCARB02
Delving into the technical detail of 2025, with the VCARB02 the last car from Racing Bulls before F1 embarks another big regulation change.
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December 22, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Delving into the technical detail of F1 2025 with the C45, the last car from Sauber before F1 embarks another big regulation change.

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F1 uncovered: Exposing the details of Sauber's last car
Delving into the technical detail of F1 2025 with the C45, the last car from Sauber before F1 embarks another big regulation change.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Delving into the technical detail of 2025, with the A525 the last car from Alpine before another big regulation change.

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F1 uncovered: A final peek beneath the covers of the Alpine A525
Delving into the technical detail of 2025, with the A525 the last car from Alpine before another big regulation change.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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McLaren ditched some updated parts they'd introduced in Las Vegas, whilst others tried to find the right balance for both of their drivers.

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F1 uncovered: Short-lived updates and split in-team setups at Las Vegas GP
McLaren ditched some updated parts they'd introduced in Las Vegas, whilst others tried to find the right balance for both of their drivers.
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November 25, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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Why did Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri receive a DSQ in Las Vegas?

A look underneath their cars tells us more.

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Revealed: The critical breach which triggered Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri DSQ
A matter of a fraction of a millimetre saw both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri disqualified in Las Vegas.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM
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Ferrari joined Red Bull in making changes to the car on the Saturday in Brazil, but couldn't capitalise as Max Verstappen did.

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F1 Uncovered: The huge changes Ferrari weren't able to capitalise on
Ferrari joined Red Bull in making changes to the car on the Saturday in Brazil, but couldn't capitalise as Max Verstappen did.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Some bold changes from Red Bull helped Max Verstappen on his way to a remarkable recovery at Interlagos.

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F1 uncovered: The secret behind Verstappen's P3 that Red Bull won't 'elaborate' on
Red Bull went back to the drawing board with their floor in Brazil, as Max Verstappen switched back to the old floor solution for the race.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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While Oscar Piastri's form has dipped in recent races, mid-season updates may offer clues for why that may be.

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F1 uncovered: Does Oscar Piastri slide lie in snubbed MCL39 update?
Oscar Piastri's championship challenge hangs in the balance, as we revisit changes to the MCL39, right around the time his form dipped.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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Delving into the technical detail on show at the Mexican Grand Prix, as we take a close look at all of the cars.

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F1 gallery: McLaren anomoly spotted at Mexican Grand Prix
Delving into the technical detail on show at the Mexican Grand Prix, as we take a close look at all the cars.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Red Bull is continuing to develop the RB21, even at this late stage in the season, in a bid to help Max Verstappen in his championship fight.

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Red Bull not holding back with late-season updates as Verstappen title beckons
Red Bull are continuing to develop the RB21, even at this late stage in the season, in a bid to help Max Verstappen in his champhionship fight with the McLaren duo.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Delving into the detail in Austin with teams' technical secrets under the microscope.

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Exposed: Hidden details and technical secrets from the United States Grand Prix
Delving into the technical detail on show at the United States Grand Prix, as we take a close look at all the cars.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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Red Bull has brought its latest updates to Singapore, with the aim of expanding on recent improvements to the RB21.

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Red Bull ramps up McLaren pressure with fresh Singapore updates
Red Bull continue to apply the pressure on their rivals, whilst looking to unlock some of the latent potential of the RB21 in the closing stages of the season
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October 4, 2025 at 12:04 PM