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  • F1 Explains The F1 winter - with James Vowles + Lawrence Barretto (Season 3, Episode 40)
  • Podcast Episode | 36 min | Sport

F1 Explains

The F1 winter - with James Vowles + Lawrence Barretto (Season 3, Episode 40)
Podcast Episode | 36 min | Sport
In the months between the chequered flag in Abu Dhabi and the five red lights in Australia, 'Formula 1' teams are still be racing. They're building in factories, testing on simulators and wind tunnels, working flat-out to get their cars ...See moreIn the months between the chequered flag in Abu Dhabi and the five red lights in Australia, 'Formula 1' teams are still be racing. They're building in factories, testing on simulators and wind tunnels, working flat-out to get their cars ready for a new era. New car design and power unit rules will change the game in 2026, so the work 'F1' teams do this winter is more important than ever. 'Williams Racing' Team Principal, James Vowles and 'F1' Correspondent and Presenter, Lawrence Barretto join Christian Hewgill to explain all. Lawrence tells us why the teams have less time than in previous winters to be ready for the new season, starting with the first of three pre-season tests in January. James explains the work taking place at 'F1' team factories, and why 2026 is such a big change. Written by 'F1 Explains' & Britrick_c21 See less
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Jamie Smith (producer)
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Updated Dec 12, 2025
Release date
Dec 12, 2025 (United Kingdom)

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Christian Hewgill primary photo
Christian Hewgill
Self - Presenter Self - Presenter   See fewer
F1 Explains (2023)
James Vowles primary photo
James Vowles
Self - Williams Racing, Team Principal Self - Williams Racing, Team Principal   See fewer
F1: The Movie (2025)
Lawrence Barretto primary photo
Lawrence Barretto
Self - F1 Correspondent and Presenter Self - F1 Correspondent and Presenter   See fewer
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