The FIA, Formula 1’s governing body has released updated renders of the 2026 F1 concept car with changes to its visual make-up.
The updated renders follow an initial release of images in June, with the revisions predominantly coming at the front and rear wings.
F1’s upcoming technical revolution sees vast changes to the chassis and power unit specification on what will be 22 cars tackling the globe’s most famous circuits.
On the power unit front, there will be an increased focus on electrification and a 50/50 power split with the internal combustion engine and battery-powered elements of the PU.
Moreover, the MGU-H will be scrapped and 100% sustainable fuels will be introduced for Ferrari, Mercedes, Honda, Audi and Red Bull Powertrains to tackle.
Joining in on the fun in 2028 will be General Motors as the American marque is preparing its own PU to debut on the third year of the Cadillac F1 project – which is slated to join the grid in two year’s time.
On the chassis and aerodynamic side, the changes in F1 could be considered revolutionary.
The FIA and F1 are determined to make the next generation of cars shorter in wheelbase, narrower and lighter.
In addition, the 2026 machines will employ active aerodynamics at the front and rear.
The front and rear wings will have two modes, low drag and high drag with drivers able to activate the appropriate modes for cornering and straight-line segments of each circuit.
The desired effect is to conserve electrical energy using the low drag mode on straights before engaging high drag in corners for aerodynamic stability.
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Review further images of the new F1 car concept below.
