P1racenews AI automatic summary:
As Formula 1 returns after a month off, The Race F1 Tech Show heads for the battleground that is battery technology and gets Gary Anderson’s take on the tweak to the technical rules around braking made quietly during the summer break
“As the Formula 1 season gears up to resume after the August break, The Race F1 Tech Show, hosted by Edd Straw, explores battery technology in motorsport with About:Energy’s CEO Gavin White and COO Kieran O’Regan shedding light on their company’s projects and the current state of battery tech, specifically in light of the 2026 F1 regulations. The discussion offers insights not only into present advancements but also hints at future developments. Former technical director Gary Anderson uncovers a braking rule change quietly integrated into the F1 regulations at the onset of the summer hiatus, raising questions about teams exploiting regulatory loopholes. Gary also interacts with listeners, addressing inquiries about F1 engine intellectual property, parc ferme regulations, and rear wing adjustments. For submitting questions to Gary, reach out to podcasts@the-race.com. To access additional podcast content, consider joining The Race Members’ Club on Patreon.”
