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The truth behind the pre-season testing scare stories
- The 2026 F1 testing scare stories should be treated with suspicion and not overinterpreted.
- Regulation changes for 2026 include half electrification, sustainable fuels, and active aerodynamics.
- Three separate tests in 2026 expand the schedule beyond a single winter session.
- Barcelona testing starts just seven weeks after the 2025 season finale, complicating timelines.
- Many teams have new engine partners, affecting winter preparation.
- A team being on site late at the test does not automatically indicate more problems.
- The article cautions readers to not believe everything read about testing issues.
- PlanetF1 invites readers to join WhatsApp broadcasts for exclusive paddock updates.
- The piece lists additional F1 2026 coverage and driver pairings as context.
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