FIA Eyes 2026 F1 Rule Tweaks After Drivers' Feedback

The International Automobile Federation (FIA) announced on Sunday that it has received constructive feedback from Formula 1 drivers during a recent meeting, paving the way for potential adjustments to the 2026 regulations ahead of a key discussion among team principals, chief executives, and other stakeholders on Monday in London.

The talks come amid widespread criticism of the new power unit rules, which divide output roughly equally between electric and combustion sources, forcing drivers to manage energy levels intensely during races and qualifying. This has led to practices such as lifting and coasting into corners to recharge batteries or aggressively reducing engine power at the end of straights, often resulting in unpredictable speed differentials. Drivers have reported that these tactics compromise race starts, create artificial overtaking opportunities, and heighten safety risks.

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem described Friday's session with the 22 drivers as collaborative, noting their input focused on energy deployment and harvesting to promote safer, fairer competition. "The drivers have provided invaluable input on adjustments which they feel should be made,...