F1X: Live F1 Dashboard & Race Tracker - New Tab

What is F1X?

F1X: Live F1 Dashboard & Race Tracker - New Tab is a Chrome extension that replaces your new tab page with a Formula 1 dashboard. It’s designed to show race and championship information at a glance, including live session data during weekends and quick access to schedules, news, and driver/team stats.

The extension’s core purpose is to keep F1 data visible every time you open a new tab, so you can monitor standings, calendars, and session-related information without switching between multiple sites.

Key Features

Live race standings and driver positions (during sessions): Displays current race positions while a session is running.
2026 F1 race calendar with a countdown timer: Shows upcoming race scheduling with a time remaining indicator.
Driver and Constructor championship standings: Provides the championship tables alongside session content.
Lap time comparison graph: Includes a visual comparison of lap times.
Live tyre strategy tracking: Surfaces tyre strategy information during live sessions.
Latest F1 news from Motorsport.com and Formula1.com: Pulls in recent F1 news items from those sources.
Favorite driver & team quick-view widget: Lets you add a favorite selection for faster access.
Web search bar and clock: Adds utility elements to the dashboard.
Customizable dashboard layout: Supports drag-and-drop widgets, plus adding/removing widgets from 10+ available options.
Widget appearance options: Offers Dark/Light widget themes and Blur/Solid widget styles.
Custom wallpaper backgrounds: Allows setting wallpaper backgrounds with adjustable dimming and repositioning.

The extension is free for “full access to standings, schedules, and news,” with upgrades available for additional live session data.

How to Use F1X

Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Open a new tab to view the F1 dashboard.
Customize widgets by dragging them into your preferred layout, and adding/removing widgets from the available set.
Set preferences such as favorite driver/team (via the quick-view widget) and choose widget theme/style options (Dark/Light and Blur/Solid).
If you want more detailed real-time session information, consider the available “Live Pass” upgrade (where offered).

Use Cases

Following a live race weekend: Check live race positions, tyre strategy, and session-related information directly from the new tab while the race is underway.
Tracking championship progress: Use driver and constructor standings to see how the championship tables change across events.
Planning the next Grand Prix: View the 2026 race calendar and countdown timer to know when the next race is coming up.
Reviewing performance via lap times: Use the lap time comparison graph to compare lap timings during a session.
Keeping F1 news in view: Read the latest articles from Motorsport.com and Formula1.com without leaving your new tab.

FAQ

Does F1X have an official affiliation with Formula 1 or the FIA? No. The extension states it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Formula 1, FIA, or any official F1 entities.

What data sources does F1X use for race data? The listing states that race data is provided by the OpenF1 API.

Is F1X free? F1X is described as free with full access to standings, schedules, and news. The listing also mentions paid upgrades for more real-time session data.

Can I customize what appears on the new tab? Yes. You can drag-and-drop widgets and add or remove widgets from 10+ available options, plus adjust widget themes/styles (Dark/Light, Blur/Solid) and wallpaper settings.

How does F1X handle privacy? The listing says preferences are stored locally and that it never collects personal data.

Alternatives

F1-related “new tab” or dashboard extensions: Other extensions that turn the Chrome new tab into an F1 stats view; they typically differ by which widgets they include and how much customization/theme control they offer.
OpenF1 API-based or live F1 tracking web dashboards: Browser-based dashboards focused on live telemetry/positions; these may offer more detail but usually require visiting a site rather than using the new tab.
General sports news aggregators with live updates: Apps/extensions that bundle sports headlines and schedules; they may be better for news consumption but may not provide the same widget-based layout or session tracking.
Standalone F1 statistics pages (websites): Using an F1 statistics website directly; often simplest for deep dives, but less convenient than a always-visible dashboard on new tab.