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F1’s engine future will be driven by road relevance, says FIA
In the next rules cycle, starting in 2026, F1 will use turbo hybrid power units that run on fully sustainable fuel. There will be an increased reliance on battery power, with a split of approximately 50/50 between electrical and internal combustion engine power. F1 aims to be at the forefront of battery technology development to attract road car manufacturers who are shifting towards fully electric cars. In the long term, F1 could consider switching to hydrogen power if it proves suitable for racing. The future of F1 power units after 2026 is still being discussed, with options including sustainable efuels, hydrogen, or further electrification. The key objective is to remain relevant to participating OEMs and road cars. F1 has set a net carbon zero emissions target for 2030, and although race car emissions contribute only a small percentage to F1’s overall carbon footprint, efforts are being made to improve sustainability in other areas such as logistics and materials.
