P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A quick look at the PU penalty changes applied for this season.
Formula 1 fans recently got their first glimpse of the radical 2026 machinery during tests in Bahrain, with the new power units standing out as the most significant development. The electrical battery now contributes about 50% of total power output, leading to a shift in race management strategies for drivers. Tighter component allocation rules have been introduced by the FIA to reduce costs, with bonus components given to drivers for each listed PU element except the MGU-H. Penalties for exceeding limits are severe, with drivers facing grid drops for transgressions. With the entire field needing to adapt to these changes, component management becomes crucial for performance in the new era of Formula 1.
