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Reigning F1 champion Lando Norris gives his feedback on the new 2026 cars
Current Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris expressed uncertainty towards the 2026 machines, likening them to Formula 2 cars in some aspects.
The 2026 F1 season introduces new car regulations emphasizing battery power and active aero, shifting towards a 50/50 split between electrical and combustion in the new engines.
During the recent Barcelona shakedown, all teams except Williams tested their 2026 cars, sparking a mixed response from drivers like Norris.
Norris highlighted the unique challenges presented by the new cars and their driving dynamics, particularly on different types of tracks.
Despite concerns about potential changes to F1’s identity, McLaren driver Oscar Piastri believes most fears were dispelled after the initial test, expressing confidence in the new regulations and the sport’s evolution.
