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F1 Teams Approve Engine Rule Tweaks Ahead of Miami Grand Prix to Improve Safety

Posted : 21 April 2026

Formula One teams, the FIA, and key stakeholders have unanimously agreed on a set of mid-season engine regulation adjustments aimed at improving racing quality and enhancing driver safety. The changes will come into effect from the Miami Grand Prix on May 3, following growing concerns about energy management under the sport’s new hybrid power unit regulations.

This season introduced a new era of Formula One engines featuring an approximately equal split between electric and combustion power. However, drivers have reported issues such as “lift and coast” driving, where they reduce speed to manage battery recharge, as well as unpredictable power fluctuations known as “super-clipping,” which can slow cars even at full throttle.

To address these concerns, the FIA confirmed that energy management rules will be refined, particularly in qualifying. Adjustments include lowering the maximum energy recharge allowed per lap and increasing peak electrical power output to encourage more consistent full-speed driving and reduce the need for energy-saving tactics.

During races, additional measures will be introduced to limit sudden speed differences between cars, with caps placed on boost power to improve consistency and safety in wheel-to-wheel situations. A new system will also be tested to reduce the risk of collisions at race starts caused by varying acceleration patterns between cars.

The governing body emphasized that the changes are intended to balance performance and safety without overhauling the current regulations. Several teams and drivers welcomed the decision, describing it as a measured response to early-season concerns while maintaining the integrity of the new hybrid era.

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