F1 in 2026 is all about change.
A new era is being ushered in as fresh technical regulations will see an overhaul of the aerodynamic and power unit rules.
But away from that, there is vast intrigue across the grid with many eyes focused on just how other storylines will play out.
This includes Isack Hadjar to Red Bull as the young Frenchman becomes the latest driver to step up to the challenge of partnering Max Verstappen.
The intra-team battle at McLaren will also resume as Oscar Piastri looks to bite back at Lando Norris, while the field will expand to 11 teams for the first time in a decade.
RacingNews365 asked you, the fans, what you believe is the biggest storyline of the season.
A majority of the voters opted for the new rules and the resulting pecking order as the biggest story for the new season.
The second most favoured option related to Cadillac and Audi joining the grid, with the latter taking over the Sauber team.
However, there is also significant focus on how Adrian Newey will fare at Aston Martin as its team principal.
See the full poll result below!
What is the biggest F1 storyline for the 2026 season?
| Option | % |
|---|---|
| The new 2026 F1 rules and pecking order | 53.23% |
| Audi and Cadillac form during debut F1 season | 16.19% |
| Adrian Newey as Aston Martin team principal | 8.90% |
| Lando Norris vs Oscar Piastri | 6.74% |
| Lewis Hamilton's second Ferrari F1 season | 6.34% |
| Isack Hadjar at Red Bull | 6.07% |
| Something else | 2.49% |
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