There have been changes aplenty in the world of F1 since Lando Norris became world champion when it last took to track for the title decider in Abu Dhabi back in December.
There are two new teams in the form of Cadillac and Audi (previously Sauber), three new driver pairings, and radically changed rules and regulations that have led to new-look cars and a whole new way of racing.
So, what are these new rules? Who looked most likely to thrive under them in pre-season testing? And how could this season as a whole pan out? You can find the answers to all of that and more at the links below!
Check it all out before the first race of the season gets underway in Melbourne, and keep up with the results of every session across the weekend down under here.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Formula 1 season
Formula 1's Class of 2026: A new teammate for Verstappen, familiar faces returning
Tyres, wings and DRS: A guide to the major F1 rule changes for 2026
Who thrived and who floundered in F1's 2026 pre-season testing
Predicting the 2026 F1 season: Mercedes vs Ferrari for the title, shock move by Verstappen
