F1, teams, and the FIA meet regularly to discuss changes to the regulations.
McLaren boss Andrea Stella shared insights about the 2026 F1 Commission meetings, highlighting that he believes there are no “political games” being played during the discussions. These meetings are crucial for addressing concerns raised in the season’s initial three grands prix, with talks scheduled during the April break involving F1, the FIA, and the teams. The F1 Commission serves as the platform for proposing rules, further discussing them, and eventually presenting them to the World Motor Sport Council for formal ratification. Stella emphasized the need for adjustments to be made in 2026 to enhance the utilization of power units in F1, focusing on areas like qualifying rules and power output splits from engines. He mentioned that all parties are approaching the discussions constructively, aiming to find solutions collectively without pushing personal agendas, which he sees as more of a technical challenge than a political one. Looking ahead to the return of F1 in Miami, Stella expects changes in 2026 to improve qualifying dynamics and address current technical aspects to ensure a fair and exciting competition.
