In this season finale of Formula Pod, we look back at the 2025 Formula 1 season and reflect on the V6 turbo-hybrid era as the sport prepares for its major 2026 regulation reset.

Rather than breaking down a single race, this episode takes a broader view — exploring what defined the season, the competitive narrative of dominance and disruption, key turning points, and the teams that over- and underperformed. We also discuss how the hybrid era reshaped Formula 1, from the way drivers race to how fans watch the sport.

We’re joined by Priya Patel-Chomel, a long-time Formula 1 fan from the Damon Hill era, and Urvashi, who discovered the sport through Drive to Survive and F1’s online culture. Together, they share fan perspectives on the moments that mattered most during the turbo-hybrid years — offering views shaped by very different entry points into the sport.

Before wrapping up the season, we look ahead to what’s next in Formula 1, including new 2026 terminology, active aerodynamics, overtake mode, and the excitement around January’s car launches.

A season wrapped, an era reviewed, and the next chapter of Formula 1 just around the corner.

Lando Norris wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and is the champion of the world. We have our resident McLaren fan, join us on the show and talk all about what the win means for her who has been waiting for the past 3 years for this moment. We disucss about Abu Dhabi , the race in length and some big mentions. Listen in to learn more.

It’s the penultimate race of the Formula 1 season, and while we hoped for clarity on the championship battle, it looks like Abu Dhabi will deliver the final verdict. In this episode, we dive into McLaren’s very familiar-looking strategy moves (yes, the Ferrari inspiration is noted), Williams’ impressive resurgence, the fierce mid-field fight, and Red Bull’s latest strategic masterclass led by Hannah Schmitz.