It’s already 2019 for Formula 1’s teams which are hard at work in Abu Dhabi today, getting ahead start on next season with the help of their new drivers.

It’s a flourish of changes and permutations, with just two teams – Mercedes and Haas – to remain unchanged. The faces were familiar this morning at Yas Marina, but a swap of overalls, team kit and cars made it a fresh start for many.

Have a look at the action from Day 1 of the Pirelli post-season tyre test.

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