RacingNews365 technical analyst Paolo Filisetti has dissected a fascinating McLaren technical roundtable based on the changes being made to the F1 regulations from the Miami GP.
McLaren technical director Mark Temple offered detailed insights into the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, highlighting changes in power unit energy management and aerodynamics influencing driver behavior. Telemetry data from Australian Grand Prix simulations compared 2025 performance with projected 2026 energy profiles, showing marked differences in speed at specific track sectors like the Turns 6 and 7 section at Albert Park. Regulatory adjustments, including increased superclipping power output to 350kW announced for Miami, seek to restore authentic qualifying sessions by reducing coasting phases and promoting natural acceleration and heavy braking patterns. These changes aim to eliminate lift and coast techniques and enhance energy management, enhancing overall driving dynamics and competitiveness in Formula 1.
