Eight key problems with F1’s divisive 2026 rules

F1’s 2026 rules haven’t even been made official yet and already extensive changes are needed to address the biggest fears raised by teams. Most back the basic objectives to make the cars lighter and more nimble, improve racing, and balance a very different hybrid engine with completely different car downforce and drag levels. But the concern is that what’s been outlined is simply not achievable with the rules in their current form – and remember, teams have seen the draft regulations, so know a lot more of the detail than the outline that has been shared publicly so far. 00:00 Intro 00:52 Too fast on the straights... 01:58 ... too slow in the corners 02:58 Impossible weight loss 04:16 Engine consequences 05:50 Ill-defined active aero 06:53 Less tyre grip 07:54 Too slow overall 09:07 Overcomplicated 10:31 So, what happens now? READ MORE HERE: Subscribe: Website: Twitter: @wearetherace Instagram: @wearetherace Facebook: Podcasts: Thanks for watching - please like, share and comment, please also hit subscribe to show your support so we’ll keep doing what we’re doing. #f1 #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #grandprix #f12024 #f12026 #therace #fia