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The Best Episodes of Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8

Every episode of Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8!

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Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane - both on and off the track - during one cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 1 - New Kids on the Track
    7.4/10(249 votes)

    #1 - New Kids on the Track

    S8:E1

    As a new season begins under the lights of London's O2 Arena, six rookies join the grid and a seven-time World Champion hangs his helmet in a new garage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 2 - Strictly Business
    7.3/10(116 votes)

    #2 - Strictly Business

    S8:E2

    Alpine's brutal tactics and Kick Sauber's softer ethos go head-to-head at the back of the grid as rookies struggle to keep their Formula 1 dreams alive.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 3 - The Number 1 Problem
    7.2/10(107 votes)

    #3 - The Number 1 Problem

    S8:E3

    At a scorching Bahrain opener, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris both chase the title, but only one can win as their fight becomes a mental war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 4 - The Bull with No Horns
    7.7/10(98 votes)

    #4 - The Bull with No Horns

    S8:E4

    Red Bull's hunt for pace in Japan exposes car flaws and second-seat tension, while Christian Horner feels the walls closing in.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 5 - The Sky's the Limit
    7.1/10(76 votes)

    #5 - The Sky's the Limit

    S8:E5

    In Miami, Williams enters a new era as Alex Albon soars and Carlos Sainz struggles to adapt. With tension rising, is the team backing the right driver?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 6 - The Duel
    7.2/10(92 votes)

    #6 - The Duel

    S8:E6

    Mercedes and Ferrari fight for second in the Constructors' title as rookie Kimi Antonelli and legend Lewis Hamilton shoulder expectations in new teams.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 7 - What Happens in Vegas
    7.1/10(89 votes)

    #7 - What Happens in Vegas

    S8:E7

    Vegas delivers glitz, risk and a new team principal working the pit wall. With the stakes higher than ever, McLaren are willing to take a gamble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 8 Episode 8 - Call Me Chucky
    6.4/10(87 votes)

    #8 - Call Me Chucky

    S8:E8

    After a Vegas setback, McLaren reach Abu Dhabi with their lead under threat from the reigning World Champion. When the flag falls, who holds their nerve?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"New Kids on the Track" is the best rated episode of "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" season 8. It scored 7.4/10 based on 249 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 2/27/2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Strictly Business".