In this episode of Reading the Grid, Erin and Inna take a deep dive into Netflix’s Drive to Survive Season 5, unpacking all the drama, controversy, and high-stakes action from the 2022 Formula 1 season. From team principal meltdowns and driver legacy battles to Ferrari’s strategic blunders and Red Bull’s cost cap scandal, we’re breaking down what really happened on and off the track.

Was this season more hype than substance? Did Netflix’s storytelling match reality? Which moments had us on the edge of our seats?

We’re covering Max Verstappen’s dominance, Mercedes’ struggles, the Alpine-McLaren contract debacle, and Haas’ unexpected comeback—plus our favorite wild-card moments, fan interactions, and  ...