As Lando Norris basks in the glory of becoming Formula 1 world champion for the first time, here's a look at the new rules that will come into force for 2026

Everything you need to know about Formula 1's major rule changes for the 2026 season

New Hybrid Power Unit: The power split between the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and electrical energy will shift to a near 50/50 balance. This is a major increase in electrical power, rising from 120kW to 350kW, making the energy recovery system significantly more influential than before.

Introduction of 100% Sustainable Fuel: All power units will be required to run on a fully sustainable fuel that produces net zero emissions. This fuel is designed to be a "drop-in" replacement, meaning its technology is highly relevant for the broader automo

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