F1, the FIA and the teams have now agreed on how and where to intervene in order to address the issues that emerged during the opening three races of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship season. Here is what will change starting from the Miami Grand Prix.
The meeting between representatives of the FIA, Formula 1 teams and power unit manufacturers concluded today, with several updates to the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship regulations officially agreed upon. These decisions represent the final outcome following two previous meetings held between team technical staff, the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile and a group of driver representatives, during which feedback gathered from the first three rounds of the 2026 campaign was carefully analyzed. The agreed proposals will be implemented starting from Miami, with the exception of changes related to race starts, which will be tested during the Miami weekend and introduced later following a full evaluation of the data collected.
Qualifying and performance improvements
Changes have been introduced to energy management parameters, including a reduction in the maximum allowed energy harvesting from 8 MJ to 7 MJ. This adjustment is designed to reduce excessive energy recovery and encourage more consistent flat-out driving throughout the lap. The modification is expected to shorten the maximum duration of superclipping by approximately 2 to 4 seconds per lap.
The peak power output of the superclip has been increased to 350 kW, compared to the previous 250 kW. This change will further reduce recharge time while also easing the workload on drivers when managing energy deployment. The updated value will also apply during race conditions. Additionally, the number of events where lower energy limits can be applied has been increased from 8 to 12 races, allowing for greater flexibility depending on circuit characteristics.
Race conditions and improved safety and performance consistency
The maximum power available through the Boost system during races is now limited to +150 kW (or the car’s current power level at the moment of activation, if higher), in order to limit sudden performance disparities between competitors. The MGU-K power delivery will remain at 350 kW in key acceleration zones, defined as the section from corner exit to the next braking point, including overtaking zones. However, it will be reduced to 250 kW in other parts of the track.
These measures have been introduced with the aim of reducing closing speeds between cars, while still preserving overtaking opportunities and maintaining the overall performance characteristics expected in modern Formula 1 racing.
Race starts and safety systems
A new “low power detection at race start” system has been developed, capable of identifying cars that show abnormally low acceleration shortly after clutch release. In such cases, the MGU-K power delivery will be automatically activated to ensure a minimum level of acceleration and reduce risks associated with slow starts, without providing any sporting advantage.
An associated visual signaling system has also been introduced, activating flashing lights (both rear and lateral) on affected cars to warn drivers behind. Furthermore, an energy counter reset at the start of the formation lap has been implemented to correct a previously identified system inconsistency.
Wet conditions: improved safety and visibility
Tyre blanket temperatures for intermediate tyres have been increased following feedback from drivers, with the aim of improving initial grip and overall tyre performance in wet conditions. At the same time, maximum ERS deployment will be reduced, limiting torque output and improving car control when grip levels are low.
Rear lighting systems have also been simplified, with clearer and more consistent visual signals introduced to enhance visibility and reaction times for drivers following in difficult weather conditions.
These final proposals will now be submitted to an electronic vote by the FIA World Motor Sport Council, with the objective of implementing them ahead of the Miami Grand Prix on May 3. The only exception concerns the race start procedures, which will be tested and analyzed during that race weekend before any final decision is taken.
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