P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lando Norris has described the multiple challenges F1 drivers will face in the 2026 season.
Lando Norris acknowledged that ideally, he would prefer not to have the complicated power unit changes in the 2026 F1 cars. The new power units require a significant focus on energy management and harvesting, splitting power output equally between the internal combustion engine and upgraded batteries. Previously, the power distribution favored the ICE at 80-20 in 2025, prompting drivers to adjust their techniques to optimize electrical energy usage. Norris highlighted battery management as the primary challenge, noting the necessity of understanding when and how to utilize energy efficiently. Despite these challenges, Norris emphasized the importance of teams, drivers, and engine manufacturers working together to master the new power unit dynamics.
