Williams F1 2026 Car Clears Crash Tests, Ready for Bahrain Despite Skipping Barcelona
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News18•29-01-2026, 18:52
Williams F1 2026 Car Clears Crash Tests, Ready for Bahrain Despite Skipping Barcelona
- •Williams' 2026 Formula 1 car has successfully passed all mandatory crash tests, confirmed Team Principal James Vowles.
- •The team opted to skip the Barcelona shakedown, a decision Vowles described as "incredibly painful" but necessary for long-term preparation.
- •Despite missing Barcelona, Williams will conduct a promotional filming day before heading to Bahrain for official pre-season testing.
- •Vowles emphasized that extensive virtual testing has compensated for missed track time, ensuring the team won't be disadvantaged.
- •Pre-season testing begins in Bahrain on February 11, with the 2026 F1 season starting in Australia from March 6–8.
Why It Matters: Williams' 2026 F1 car is fully prepared for Bahrain testing after passing all crash tests, despite skipping Barcelona.
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