F1 2022: the new era

So… here we are once again. A new season beckons, only this time with a revolutionary set of rules designed to give closer racing and rein in the big-hitters. Read on for our full guide to all the tech changes, team hopes and simmering rivalries

Max vs Lewis 2.0

Why last year’s title protagonists can expect a greater challenge in 2022

Under the skin of F1’s 2022 cars

The details behind one of the biggest technical shake-ups in F1 history

Mercedes’ voyage into the unknown

How the team plans to fight for a record-extending ninth constructor’s championship

We predict a riot

Four top teams hope to be in title contention this year. We talk to experts who assess their chances

F1’s runners and riders in 2022

Twenty drivers, 10 teams and all the key stats

F1 2022: all the circuits

A record-equalling 23-race season: here’s where F1 is racing in 2022

Trackside in Barcelona

The colour and bluster from Day 1 of testing in Barcelona

Digital extra

Formula 1 testing began as Motor Sport went to press. Read a selection of our website coverage from the first three-days of running at Barcelona

• Four key 2022 features that emerged in F1 testing
• First F1 teams to solve ‘porpoising’ will hold advantage, says Ferrari’s Binotto
• F1’s porpoising problem makes testing an even tougher read – MPH
• Easier to follow with 2022 F1 cars, says Verstappen
• F1 drivers must master ‘art of the good battle’ with reduced visibility
• McLaren and Red Bull place pull-rod suspension gamble for 2022 F1 cars
• Gallery: Best pictures from 2022 F1 testing
• Barcelona Day 3 round-up: Hamilton makes his mark with fastest time of weekend