The second day of the first pre-season test in Bahrain has been and gone, as the 2026 Formula 1 cars continued to gain more mileage ahead of the new season.
And, with plenty to learn amid the sweeping changes to the regulations, F1 TV's resident tech expert Sam Collins has been up and down the pit lane delving into some interesting technical innovations.
In doing so he uncovers several fascinating details on the cars...which the teams would rather keep hidden!
Click go on the player above to watch the latest Tech Talk from Bahrain.
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