P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 drivers will have NEW feature in 2026 and your car already has it
In the 2026 F1 season, cars will feature hazard lights like those found on road cars, a new safety element for slower or stopped vehicles. This season marks a significant reset in F1 regulations, focusing on sustainable energy sources for power units and a major overhaul in aerodynamic design rules. Changes aim to make cars smaller, lighter, and more agile to enhance racing excitement, especially on narrow street tracks. Despite the new look, 2026 cars will still be unmistakably F1. Safety enhancements include hazard lights on wing mirrors and rear structures for increased visibility in case of emergencies. Additionally, aerodynamic adjustments such as reduced car weight, wheelbase, width, and tire dimensions, as well as modified front and rear wing designs, aim to improve racing dynamics and reduce turbulence for closer competition on the track.
