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RacingNews365 technical analyst, Paolo Filisetti, runs you through some of the key take-homes from the 2026 F1 regulations.
The 2026 F1 regulations mark a significant departure from the current rules, almost to the point of being considered a revolution. Despite retaining ground-effect cars, the single-seaters will be notably less powerful. Overall downforce will decrease by around thirty percent, and drag will be halved, leading to cars that are shorter and narrower than the current generation. Furthermore, a weight reduction of 30kg is planned, making the cars more reactive on the track. The introduction of active aerodynamics for front and rear wings, allowing drivers to modify wing angles for speed advantages, is seen as a crucial innovation. Teams will need to carefully harness these new aerodynamic features to attain optimal performance, potentially leading to significant performance discrepancies based on design precision and implementation.
