F1 delivered on its promise to up the pace as Lewis Hamilton topped the timesheets in the first FP1 of the season in Melbourne, 5.5 seconds faster than last year's P1 time. read more »

Sebastian Vettel is adamant he is not thinking about this year's World title despite many predicting that Ferrari are the favourites heading into the new season. read more »

Honda admit they are still "worried" about reliability heading into the Australian Grand Prix despite work carried out in the wake of pre-season testing. read more »

Formula 1 is set to bid farewell to shark fins and T-wings come 2018, however, don't get expect beautiful cars as Halo is likely to be introduced. read more »

Max Verstappen has confirmed that Red Bull will race a different RB13 in Australia but says it is only a "little bit different" to the car they tested. read more »

Part 2 of the Thursday press conference in Melbourne included Valtteri Bottas and rookie driver Lance Stroll. read more »

In a new format, Thursday's FIA press conference was split into two parts with Lewis Hamilton in the first and his new team-mate, Valtteri Bottas, in the second. read more »

Williams' new technical director Paddy Lowe insists that in Felipe Massa and Lance Stroll the Grove team has two "great" drivers on board. read more »

Daniel Ricciardo has applauded the decision to relax the 'Verstappen rule', saying the drivers can "sort it out on track." read more »

Mercedes and Red Bull Racing were reportedly forced to change their suspension systems ahead of the Australian GP as they did not comply with the regulations. read more »

Formula 1 is under new ownership and everyone wants something from the new bosses, from a trip to Las Vegas to less dudes to equal engines. read more »

Fernando Alonso has refused to comment on reports that McLaren have approached Mercedes regarding an engine supply deal as they fear another difficult season with Honda. read more »

The mind games between Mercedes and Ferrari continued in the build-up to the Australian Grand Prix with Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel labelling the other team as the... read more »

Pascal Wehrlein will contest the season-opening Australian Grand Prix after being the all-clear by the FIA's medical team. read more »

In keeping with tradition Sebastian Vettel has reportedly named his new Ferrari SF70H, calling it 'Gina'. read more »

Formula 1 drivers could pay a bigger price this season for any mistakes as the new era of cars are "much harder" to catch, that's according to Esteban Ocon. read more »

Despite Honda's much-publicised problems in testing, Renault insist they are "not feeling safe" ahead of the Japanese manufacturer. read more »

This season, following complaints about boring press conferences, the FIA has tweaked the format for the Thursday events starting this weekend in Melbourne. read more »

Nico Hulkenberg feels well-equipped to challenge for points in Australia, as Jolyon Palmer wants his experience to count. read more »

McLaren racing director Eric Boullier has said Honda to need to attain a better understanding of Formula 1 in order to become a success in the sport. read more »

Formula 2 driver Sean Gelael will test drive the Toro Rosso STR12 in Bahrain, Hungary and Abu Dhabi this season. read more »

McLaren boss Zak Brown has said Honda are doing all they can to try and ensure that the team are competitive at the Australian Grand Prix and beyond. read more »

Felipe Massa is relishing a "difficult challenge" to start the season with, while Lance Stroll is gearing up for his first Grand Prix race. read more »

Renault managing director Cyril Abiteboul does not expect to see ERS issues hinder the team at the Australian Grand Prix this weekend. read more »

Daniel Ricciardo has said he would welcome a deteriorating relationship with Max Verstappen as it would mean both would be fighting for the title. read more »