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Lewis Hamilton has claimed the planned 30kg weight reduction on the new Formula 1 car coming in 2026 isn’t enough despite citing it’s a step in the “right direction”. The FIA has revealed the guidelines for the upcoming F1 regulation overhaul with the headline being that it has delivered on the goal to have lighter […]
The FIA has announced the guidelines for the upcoming F1 regulation overhaul, focusing on making cars lighter and more agile. Drivers are pleased with the 30kg weight reduction planned for 2026, from the current 798kg to 768kg, as cars have become too heavy. Lewis Hamilton expressed his belief that the weight cut could have been more significant despite recognizing it as a step in the right direction. He also praised the transition towards using 100% sustainable fuels for the power unit, aiming for efficiency and improved racing. Nico Hulkenberg agreed with Hamilton on the need for weight reduction and suggested that further tweaks may still be necessary for better performance. The upcoming changes in regulations promise a drastic shift in the dynamics of F1 cars, which may lead to improved racing but will require adjustments for drivers to adapt.
