Criticism of the power units has overshadowed everything, but Nikolas Tombazis believes the 2026 chassis rules are a step forward. The FIA is targeting further weight reduction under F1’s next regulations
Criticism of the power units has overshadowed everything, but Nikolas Tombazis believes the 2026 chassis rules are a step forward. The FIA is targeting further weight reduction under F1’s next regulations
A large part of the increase in size comes from stricter safety standards. Like the nose has become so much longer because it also acts as a crumple zone.
It’s all the hybrid green washing bullshit between the driver and the engine. I had someone tell me MGUs in F1 led to hybrid road cars. Then F1 developed a time machine so Toyota could sell a hybrid 17 years before F1 started using them.