Latest articles by Matthew Somerfield
Hungarian GP: Latest F1 technical images from the pitlane
Join us as we delve into the new and interesting technical features on display up and down the pitlane as teams prepare for Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
The new Aston Martin rear wing that aims to break F1 2022's rule intentions
Aston Martin has raised some intrigue at Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix by introducing a rear wing that appears aimed at breaking one of the key intention of 2022's rules.
Why Red Bull has added a shelf to its F1 engine cover
Red Bull's Formula 1 upgrade push has continued at the British Grand Prix with an intriguing introduction of what looks like a 'shelf' along its engine cover.
The tiny change that shows Mercedes is not only thinking of porpoising
While Mercedes is still chasing answers for the porpoising problem on its W13 Formula 1 car, it showed in Baku that it is not focused only on its key issue.
Revealed: Drag-beating parts that F1 teams brought to Baku
The Baku City Circuit represents a unique challenge for the teams, given the opposing requirements on downforce levels for the different parts of the track.
Mercedes' Spanish GP F1 upgrades spotted
The Spanish Grand Prix has been viewed as a critical Formula 1 weekend for Mercedes, with it hoping planned upgrades can help it unlock the potential it believes the W13 has.
The new floor stay that hints at Alpine's weight-saving push
Alpine arrived at Formula 1's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix with a spate of upgrades, but with only enough parts at its disposal for one car, with Fernando Alonso getting them.
Why F1’s new brake rules have posed a fresh challenge in 2022
Formula 1’s rule changes for 2022 were not just restricted to aerodynamics, as other key areas of the cars have been totally revamped as well.
The F1 downforce choices that proved key at the Saudi GP
Formula 1’s high-speed Jeddah circuit was the first outing at a low downforce venue this year and showed us how teams will adjust their cars to reduce drag.
Mercedes ‘spaceship’ F1 mirrors prompt Ferrari calls for rules clampdown
Ferrari has called for a clampdown on Formula 1's mirror design regulations, amid fears that Mercedes’ new concept could trigger wild ‘spaceship’ designs.
The history book lessons behind F1’s new 2022 ideas
Formula 1’s regulations might be heralded as creating an all-new car design for 2022, but that has not stopped teams rolling out some proven ideas from the history books.
The key tech standouts from F1’s first 2022 test
Formula 1’s pre-season test at Barcelona may have been the first opportunity for teams to get mileage with their 2022 cars, but that did not stop them already introducing upgrades.
The show car origins behind Red Bull's fake RB18
Red Bull built up its RB18 launch as a new car reveal but hopes of a first look at a proper 2022 Formula 1 challenger quickly fell flat.
Ferrari's 2022 F1 car set for airbox tweak
Ferrari will unveil its 2022 challenger on the 17th February and it could change tact in a notable design area.
F1 technical analysis: Say goodbye to the bargeboard
An all-new Formula 1 car design for 2022 means it’s the end of the road for the bargeboard, which has been a major aerodynamic element in the sport for decades.
Did McLaren reveal design secrets with 2022 F1 car teaser photos?
McLaren is the first Formula 1 team to give us a glimpse of its 2022 challenger, posting a picture of the MCL36’s chassis on its Instagram account, along with a few other teaser shots.
How F1 wheel rim covers work, why they were banned and why they’re back
The changes to Formula 1’s regulations for 2022 are extensive and as well as introducing exciting new elements there is also a sense of reincarnation that draws inspiration from design features of the past.
F1 2021 tech review images: Mercedes & Red Bull
Join us as we take a look at some of the best technical illustrations and images, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images, focusing on the development stories of Mercedes and Red Bull.
F1 2021 tech review images: Ferrari & McLaren
Join us as we take a look at some of the best technical illustrations and images, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images, focusing on the development stories of McLaren and Ferrari.
F1 2021 tech review images: AlphaTauri, Alpine & Aston Martin
Join us as we take a look at some of the best technical illustrations and images, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images, focusing on the development stories of Aston Martin, AlphaTauri and Alpine in 2021.
F1 2021 tech review images: Alfa Romeo, Haas & Williams
Join us as we take a look at some of the best technical illustrations and images, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images, starting with Haas, Alfa Romeo and Williams.
The technology on show in Abu Dhabi F1 testing ahead of new-look 2022
The 2021 Formula 1 season might be over but all of its teams stayed on to test the new 18-inch wheel rims and Pirelli tyres in a group test in Abu Dhabi, the majority bringing a purpose-built ‘mule’ test car.
The low-downforce F1 solutions Red Bull and Mercedes went for in finale
Mercedes and Red Bull went in to the Formula 1 season finale in Abu Dhabi well aware that their battle could be decided on straightline speed.
Abu Dhabi GP: Latest F1 technical updates on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
How F1 teams decided over critical downforce choices in Saudi
The high-speed nature of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit made choosing the correct downforce levels absolutely critical. With three DRS zones on the quickest sections, those decisions proved even more pivotal than usual.
Saudi GP: Latest F1 technical images on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Saudi GP: The latest F1 technical images on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Qatar GP: Latest F1 technical updates on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Qatar Grand Prix at the Losail International Circuit, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Brazilian GP: The latest F1 technical images on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical photos from the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Mexican GP: The latest F1 technical images on display
Join us as we delve into the latest technical photos from the Mexico City Grand Prix at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
US GP: Latest F1 technical developments direct from pitlane
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
How F1's development battle has swung between Mercedes and Red Bull
Formula 1's COVID-forced adoption of an interim car design for 2021 has resulted in some fascinating battles on and off track this season: and a very different upgrade war.
Turkish GP: Latest F1 technical developments direct from pit lane
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park circuit, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
The updates helping McLaren fight for F1 wins
McLaren has made some impressive progress in Formula 1 this season, as it has ended its long victory and pole position droughts.
The S-duct divide between Mercedes and Red Bull
The 'S' duct has been a staple of Formula 1 since 2012, when Sauber introduced the solution to help overcome aerodynamic inefficiencies triggered by the step nose regulations.
The Mercedes/Red Bull set-up splits as F1 title battle intensifies
Red Bull and Mercedes are locked in a battle for the Formula 1 championship that looks all set to go the season finale in Abu Dhabi.
Russian GP: The latest key F1 technical developments
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Russian Grand Prix at Sochi, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
The changes that took Williams from the back to the F1 podium
Williams had headed into the 2021 Formula 1 campaign eager to avoid its fourth straight season at the bottom of the championship standings.
Italian GP: Key F1 tech updates, direct from the garages
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
What's behind Red Bull's latest F1 floor tweak
Red Bull has expended considerable resources this season, adding performance to its RB16B at almost every Formula 1 race.
How wet weather complicated F1 wing choices in Belgium
Spa-Francorchamps always offers a different challenge for Formula 1 teams on the set-up front, with the track having different demands throughout the lap.
Belgian GP: Key F1 tech updates, direct from the garages
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
The images that reveal Verstappen's missing half F1 car
Red Bull Formula 1 boss Christian Horner joked after the Hungarian Grand Prix that Max Verstappen had been left with less downforce than Mick Schumacher's Haas after the first corner pile-up.
Hungarian GP: Key F1 tech updates, direct from the garages
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Why F1's battle of the rear wings is becoming even more intricate
One of the defining aspects of the Formula 1 title battle between Red Bull and Mercedes this year has been the rear wing choices made by the two teams.
The F1 upgrades that helped Mercedes triumph in the British GP
The Mercedes Formula 1 team had arrived at the British Grand Prix in need of a good result after a recent run of Red Bull success.
Tech insight: What F1's 2022 full-scale model really tells us
Formula 1 unveiled a full-scale version of the future at Silverstone on Thursday, allowing us to get our first true impression of what the cars will look like from 2022 onwards.
How Ferrari's floor experiments have finally paid off
Ferrari has been investigating the benefits of a new floor design for several Formula 1 races now, with various iterations trialled to find the right performance balance.
Austrian GP: Best F1 technical images from the pitlane
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Styrian GP: Best Formula 1 technical images from Friday
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Styrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Styrian GP: Latest F1 technical developments direct from pitlane
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Styrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
F1's flexi-wing controversy faces end game in France
Formula 1's focus on tyre pressures has dominated chatter in the build-up to the French Grand Prix, but the weekend is an important one on another technical front.
Azerbaijan GP: Latest F1 2021 technical images from Baku
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at Baku, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
How Bottas' pitstop ended up being 43 hours long
Valtteri Bottas' Monaco Grand Prix came to a premature end when a Formula 1 pitstop went wrong, and his right front wheel could not be removed until nearly two days later.
The revamp that failed to help Mercedes win in Monaco
Mercedes has always had a weakness at slow speed circuits, with its long wheelbase and tyre characteristics not perfect for Formula 1 venues like Monaco and Singapore.
Spanish GP: Best F1 2021 technical images from Barcelona
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
The different rear wing approach that helped Hamilton win
Lewis Hamilton's storming charge to victory in the Formula 1 Portuguese Grand Prix showed again his brilliance at overtaking and tyre management.
Portuguese GP: Best F1 2021 technical images from Portimao
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimao, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Emilia Romagna GP: Best F1 2021 technical images from Imola
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the second round of the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship at Imola, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Emilia Romagna GP: Latest F1 2021 technical developments
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the second round of the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship at Imola, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.