F1 Testing live: Barcelona shakedown 2026 updates, latest, highlights, video, schedule as teams test all-new cars and engines

Follow live updates as Formula 1s all-new 2026 cars hit the track together for the first time at a five-day event in Barcelona.
Motorsport Week

The F1 test absence that could spell hurt for Williams in 2026

The Barcelona private shakedown is a critical milestone for all the Formula 1 teams which Williams will not take part

Explained: How Formula 1’s first 2026 test will work — and why you can’t watch it

The F1 teams are testing their 2026 cars at the Barcelona track this week. But why is the action not open to the public?

Williams reportedly failed multiple FIA crash tests as FW48 development faces scrutiny

Williams' preparations to drive in the 2026 Formula 1 have been affected by a setback after the team allegedly failed numerous FIA crash tests with it.
RacingNews365

Is Williams facing major F1 disadvantage after missing Barcelona test?

Williams has faced a disastrous start to the 2026 Formula 1 season after missing the first test in Barcelona. The Grove-based outfit is the only team not at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the five-day test, during which each squad is permitted to run for three days.

F1 pre-season test day 1 round-up: Surprises, delays and no-shows

What did we learn on the first day of pre-season testing for Formula 1 2026?