[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/f1-2016-season-review\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/f1-2016-season-review\/","headline":"F1 2016 Season Review","name":"F1 2016 Season Review","description":"Memories of the 2016 F1 season will stay with us for years to come as there were so many surprises and dramatic moments that you couldn\u2019t fail to be hooked from the opening moment right through to the final lap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. At a record-breaking 21 races, this year was the longest in the history of Formula 1 meaning there was plenty going on from start to finish to keep us all glued to our screens […]","datePublished":"2016-12-09","dateModified":"2017-01-24","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/feature-11.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/feature-11.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/f1-2016-season-review\/","about":["MOTORSPORT"],"wordCount":455,"keywords":["Alonso","Button","ferrari","formula 1","Hamilton","Honda","McLaren","mercedes","Red Bull","Rosberg","Verstappen"],"articleBody":"Memories of the 2016 F1 season will stay with us for years to come as there were so many surprises and dramatic moments that you couldn\u2019t fail to be hooked from the opening moment right through to the final lap of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.At a record-breaking 21 races, this year was the longest in the history of Formula 1 meaning there was plenty going on from start to finish to keep us all glued to our screens as we watched the drama unfold, so here’s our 2016 F1 season review.Mercedes dominates, again.Hamilton and Rosberg were undoubtedly the stars of the show, winning 10 and 9 races each respectively and keeping each other on their toes throughout.Their crash in Spain made headlines and as far as opening laps go it was one of the most dramatic, being the worst they\u2019d had since becoming teammates.Hamilton did all he could to shake up Nico and was not averse to going against orders from his team to get his own way.Vestappen & Vettel.Rosberg may have been considered an underdog by many, with Hamilton getting more wins and pole positions overall, however it was actually Nico\u2019s strongest season so far – the same certainly can\u2019t be said for Vettel who despite his skills just seemed to be lacking that something special this year.However, while he may not have been the best driver out there, he will be remembered for that famous slip up over the radio where he swore at Charlie Whiting, the Race Director, when Verstappen supposedly behaved in an unsporting manner.Max \u00a0himself took to the spotlight as an exciting new driver, finishing third in Brazil and a very respectable fourth in Abu Dhabi thanks to his aggression and fearless approach to racing.The 2016 calendar had a new addition in the form of Baku for the European Grand Prix, a beautiful, speedy street circuit that gave drivers a real challenge on the track.2015 was not the best for McLaren and Honda, however they came back fighting for the new season with big improvements that kept Alonso and Button in the running against their competition.New World Champion.In the end, nobody could have predicted the winner of the season, and even when Rosberg did win the F1 Drivers\u2019 Championship there were only five points in it so it really was all to play, or should we say race, for.As if there wasn\u2019t enough drama surrounding Nico Rosberg, he then goes and retires from F1 for good in a shock exit just after winning his dream title, leaving Lewis without a partner.Here\u2019s hoping 2017 brings another spectacular Formula One season filled with even more controversy and intense rivalry!"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"New Releases","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Motorsport","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/\/motorsport\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"F1 2016 Season Review","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/f1-2016-season-review\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]