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Starting this weekend at the Miami Grand Prix, Formula 1 implements new regulations to enhance car performance in wet conditions. This decision comes amid ongoing driver concerns regarding how the 2026 cars will handle rain-soaked tracks.
These updates aim to improve safety and drivability without overhauling existing rules. Key focuses include refining starts, enhancing qualifying, and ensuring better racing dynamics. Although this season has yet to witness a fully representative wet race, feedback from drivers has already influenced these changes, particularly concerning the balance of increased hybrid power and decreased grip.
The FIA highlights the need to moderate energy deployment in low-grip scenarios. FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis states that drivers voiced worries about the challenges posed by high power in wet conditions. To address this, the FIA has banned full boost deployment during rain-affected sessions, formalized under the new Article B7.2.1g.
Additionally, restrictions apply even in dry conditions, limiting electric deployment to a maximum of 150 kW to prevent sudden power surges that could destabilize the cars during close racing. These regulatory adjustments emphasize safety while gearing up for the challenges of the 2026 season.
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