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How F1's urgent 2026 rule changes will actually work
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New data has revealed just how much Formula 1’s rule changes, aiming to fix problems with the 2026 cars, should actually change their behaviour. We analyse data from a McLaren simulation of the new rules to give you a taste of what to expect when F1 restarts in Miami.
00:00 Intro
01:50 McLaren’s simulation data
04:25 A more normal lap
05:46 A trouble spot remains
07:11 Better deployment
08:00 More challenging to drive
09:10 Effects on racing
10:15 Impact of new boost limits
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14 minutes.