Formula 1 · Newsletter guide

The best Formula 1 newsletters, free and paid

F1's global boom has made its coverage better than ever, and the best of it is free. The most popular Formula 1 newsletters in 2026.

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  1. F1 Official

    FreeRegularFormula 1

    Schedules, news, and exclusive features from the sport itself.

    The official source, with enormous global reach.

  2. The Race

    FreeRegularThe Race

    Independent F1 analysis and video from ex-Autosport journalists.

    The strongest independent F1 newsroom.

  3. Autosport

    FreemiumRegularMotorsport Network

    Legacy motorsport authority with deep technical coverage.

    Seven decades of motorsport journalism.

  4. PlanetF1

    FreeRegularPlanet Sport

    Broad F1 news and paddock chatter.

    A high-volume free F1 news feed.

  5. The Athletic — Prime Tire

    Paid · subscriptionRegularThe Athletic / The New York Times

    Premium F1 beat coverage.

    Beat-level F1 reporting — but it is paid.

Frequently asked

What's the best free Formula 1 newsletter?
F1 Official, The Race and Autosport are the most popular free picks on this list — each links straight to its official signup above.
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How did you choose these?
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