P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Formula 1’s tech war between teams has had a different feel in 2025 compared to previous years
The 2025 Formula 1 season has shown a shift in the tech war among teams compared to previous years, with a focus on unconventional avenues of development alongside typical aero updates. Notable changes include a wide-scale shift in suspension geometry during the season and controversial developments such as Mercedes’ Imola suspension upgrade. Ferrari introduced a concept change at the Belgian Grand Prix, while McLaren also made advancements in thermal management. Teams have prioritized mechanical aspects like brakes and suspension to control tyre temperatures, influenced by the upcoming 2026 regulatory overhaul prompting early aero development for next season’s challengers. This season’s emphasis on suspension and brakes aims to find improvements with potential carryover benefits into 2026, as teams like Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes focus on components that will have relevance in the future cars.
