Why F1 ‘Upgrades’ Rarely Do What You Think - Bernie Collins | S03EP16

About this episode

Bernie Collins discusses the intricacies of Formula One strategy and the realities behind team upgrades.

Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/TRACKLIMITS. Promo Code TRACKLIMITS New customers can enjoy this special offer of only $2.99 a meal. Go to everyplate.com/podcast and use code TRACKLIMITSSTEAK to get started. Applied as discount on first box, limited time only. Try Notion, now with Notion Agent, at https://notion.com/tracklimits In this episode of the Track Limits Podcast, we are joined in Montreal by Bernie Collins, former Head of Strategy at Aston Martin and now one of the most trusted analytical voices on Sky Sports F1 and F1TV. Bernie gives a rare, honest breakdown of what really happens behind the scenes on the pit wall. From Aston Martin’s rise and recent struggles, to why upgrades are rarely “magic fixes”, to how teams are already shifting focus toward the massive 2026 regulation changes, this conversation pulls back the curtain on modern Formula One strategy. She also shares what it is like attending a Grand Prix as a fan for the first time in years, how her perspective has changed since leaving a team, and why fans often misunderstand decision making during races. The episode dives deep into Red Bull’s second-seat challenge, Ferrari’s growing…

People in this episode

Guest: Bernie Collins

Topics covered

• Formula One strategy
• F1 upgrades
• team dynamics
• Grand Prix experience
• race decision making
• 2026 regulation changes

Keywords

• Formula One
• F1
• Bernie Collins
• Aston Martin
• race strategy
• team upgrades
• Grand Prix
• 2026 regulations
• Red Bull
• Ferrari

Sponsors

Carver Mat, EveryPlate, Notion

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Organizations: Aston Martin, Sky Sports F1, F1TV, Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren

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