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Formula 1 has moved to simplify the names of core elements of the new 2026 rules in a bid to help avoid fan confusion
Formula 1 has simplified the names of core elements in the new 2026 rules to prevent fan confusion, as reported by The Race. Concerns arose that complex regulations could leave viewers unclear without clear explanations. Research revealed that some fans did not understand common jargon, like the Drag Reduction System (DRS), despite its long presence in F1. The 2026 rules, with new energy aspects and wing settings, posed a risk of confusion. After consultation, new terminology was agreed upon: OVERTAKE MODE, BOOST MODE, RECHARGE, and ACTIVE AERO, with adjustments to better clarify key aspects for fans. Additionally, F1 and the FIA unveiled renders of the lighter 2026 cars with reduced downforce and drag.
