A number of refinements to the 2026 F1 regulations were agreed during an online meeting between F1 governing body the FIA, Team Principals, CEOs of Power Unit Manufacturers and FOM on Monday.
The final proposals presented during the meeting were the result of a series of consultations over the past few weeks between the FIA, technical representatives and extensive input from F1 drivers.
Discussions around potential adjustments were based on data gathered from the first three events of the 2026 season in Australia, China and Japan.
As referenced in a statement from the FIA, the proposals agreed – outlined below under four key sections – will be implemented from the Miami Grand Prix, apart from the race start changes that are set to be tested in Miami and adopted following feedback and analysis.
Race starts – enhanced safety mechanisms
- A new ‘low power start detection’ system has been developed, capable of identifying cars with abnormally low acceleration shortly after clutch release.
- In such cases, an automatic MGU-K deployment will be triggered to ensure a minimum level of acceleration and mitigate start-related risks without introducing any sporting advantage.
- An associated visual warning system is being introduced, activating flashing lights (rear and lateral) on affected cars to alert following drivers.
- A reset of the energy counter at the start of the formation lap has also been implemented to correct a previously identified system inconsistency.
Wet conditions – improving safety and visibility
- Tyre blanket temperatures for intermediate tyres have been increased following driver feedback in order to improve initial grip and tyre performance in wet conditions.
- Maximum ERS deployment will be reduced, limiting torque and improving car control in low-grip conditions.
- The rear light systems have been simplified, with clearer and more consistent visual cues to improve visibility and reaction time for following drivers in poor conditions.
These final proposals will now be put before an FIA World Motor Sport Council e-vote before their planned implementation.
