Off The Grid F1 Podcast

Get Up To 40% Off OFFICAL F1 Merch from Every Team USE CODE: F1TRACKSend Your Voicenote To laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukKeep The Show On The Road, Contribute Here In this episode of the DRIVE TIME podcast, I discussed with you who has been the best and worst teams so far in 2026.And why surprisingly, it’s not Aston Martin.We also discuss the news of Cadillac F1 replacing the team principal ahead of the restart at the Dutch GP this weekend.

Get Up To 40% Off OFFICAL F1 Merch from Every Team USE CODE: F1TRACKSend Your Voicenote To laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukKeep The Show On The Road, Contribute Here In this episode of the Drive Time Podcast, I look at the drivers who have stood out during the 2026 Formula 1 season so far, as well as those who have struggled to deliver, and crown who has been best and who has been worst.Don’t forget to send me your best and worst drivers of the season so far, email laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukWith the championship battle beginning to take shape, I discuss the performances, expectations, car performance, reliability issues, and circumstances that have influenced the drivers’ seasons. I also consider why judging a driver purely by results can be misleading when the machinery beneath them varies so much.

Get Up To 40% Off OFFICAL F1 Merch from Every Team USE CODE: F1TRACKSend Your Voicenote To laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukKeep The Show On The Road, Contribute Here In this latest Off the Grid Drive Time F1 podcast episode, I break down whether McLaren have finally cracked the code and given Lando Norris a car that can turn him into a genuine title threat.If you enjoy short, honest, opinion-led Formula 1 discussion with a real drive-home feel, this episode is for you.

Get Up To 40% Off OFFICAL F1 Merch from Every Team USE CODE: F1TRACKSend Your Voicenote To laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukKeep The Show On The Road, Contribute HereFerrari face a brutal question: should they back Lewis Hamilton or Charles Leclerc? In this episode, I break down why I think Ferrari need to make a hard call if they want to chase championship glory, and why Hamilton may be the stronger bet right now.I also look at the driver market “silly season” that could reshape the grid.Should Ferrari choose the safe team strategy, or go all-in on one driver? And who moves first when the dominos start to fall? Share your thoughts and voice notes, I want to hear what you think.

Get Up To 50% Off OFFICAL F1 Merch from Every TeamSend Your Voicenote To laurence@offthegridf1.co.ukKeep The Show On The Road, Contribute HereIn this first episode of Drive Time, I break down the latest Formula 1 championship battle and ask whether Mercedes are starting to feel the pressure.Despite their strong start to the season, engine reliability issues and growing competition from Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull could make the title fight much more open in the second half of the year.I also look at George Russell’s comeback chances, Kimi Antonelli’s impressive form under pressure, and whether Ferrari need to back one driver if they want to stay in contention.

I’ll begin with Two Apologies, first of all I’m sorry for the delay in the upload of the podcast this week, and second I’m sorry for the sound quality. There was an issue with the microphone but thankfully it still recorded. In this weeks episode I’m getting excited for the Japanese Grand Prix and News from around the track.🏎️ Get Up To 50% off F1 Team Wear and Merchandise with Fanatics Using Code: ONSIDE 🏁https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/PygKaMIf you’re enjoying this podcast and want to help me keep making content click the link below to buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/offthegrid ☕️Thank you for listening, remember if you like the show rate and review this episode, I’ll read out a five star rating in the next episode. Contact me at laurence@offthegridf1.co.uk to ask a question for next weeks show. Make sure you follow for more and check out my YouTube and Instagram using @offthegrid.f1See You Next Week.

Carlos Sainz brought his Ferrari home to Win the Australian Grand Prix after Verstappen’s rear Brake exploded in the pits. There were many great stories in the this race weekend so, Let’s get into it…(Apologises about the audio in the background hopefully next week will be better.)🏎️ Get Up To 50% off F1 Team Wear and Merchandise with Fanatics Using Code: ONSIDE 🏁https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/PygKaMIf you’re enjoying this podcast and want to help me keep making content click the link below to buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/offthegrid ☕️Thank you for listening, remember if you like the show rate and review this episode, I’ll read out a five star rating in the next episode. Contact me at laurence@offthegridf1.co.uk to ask a question for next weeks show. Make sure you follow for more and check out my YouTube and Instagram using @offthegrid.f1See You Next Week.

After a short break the F1 Circus arrives in Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix. I’ll be previewing the race weekend, giving you my predictions and bring you the latest off track news from the past week.Let’s get into it…🏎️ Get Up To 50% off F1 Team Wear and Merchandise with Fanatics Using Code: ONSIDE 🏁https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/PygKaMIf you’re enjoying this podcast and want to help me keep making content click the link below to buy me a coffee. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/offthegrid ☕️Thank you for listening, remember if you like the show rate and review this episode, I’ll read out a five star rating in the next episode. Contact me at laurence@offthegridf1.co.uk to ask a question for next weeks show. Make sure you follow for more and check out my YouTube and Instagram using @offthegrid.f1See You Next Week.