Netflix Announces 'Drive to Survive' Season 8 Release Date

Netflix’s "Drive to Survive" is returning for its eighth season, with a global release date set for Friday, February 27th. The latest installment will arrive just one week before the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, promising to document the intense drama and pivotal moments that defined the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Why it matters:

Since its debut in 2018, the series has fundamentally transformed Formula 1’s global reach, turning casual viewers into dedicated fans. Capturing the seismic shifts of the 2025 season—including high-profile sackings and a new world champion—is vital for sustaining the sport's massive growth and keeping the narrative alive as the grid heads into a new era.

The details:

• Strategic Timing: The February 27th release is perfectly positioned to maximize engagement, dropping days before the cars hit the track in Melbourne.
• Red Bull Turmoil: The season will cover the shocking dismissal of Christian Horner and the internal fallout at Red Bull.
• Ferrari's Struggle: Viewers will get an inside look at Lewis Hamilton’s difficult adaptation to Ferrari, described as a "horror" first season with the Scuderia.
• New Champion: The series will culminate with Lando Norris’s first title victory, achieved after holding off a resurgent Max Verstappen in a thrilling finale.

Looking Ahead:

As the paddock gears up for the 2026 regulations, this season of "Drive to Survive" will serve as the definitive archive of one of the most competitive and unpredictable years in recent history. It sets the stage for the rivalries that will define the next generation of the sport.