F1 to Reduce Electric Power in Engines for 2027-2028 Season
Formula One's governing body announced rule changes that will reduce the electric power component in hybrid engines from 47% to 42% in 2027 and 40% in 2028, while increasing fuel flow and combustion engine power. The changes respond to driver complaints about excessive energy management and artificial racing during the current season. The modifications aim to enable more aggressive qualifying and racing while maintaining technological innovation and sustainability.
The FIA announced a comprehensive package of technical regulations for the 2027 and 2028 F1 seasons designed to shift the balance away from hybrid electric systems toward traditional combustion engines. The current 53-47 split between combustion and electric power will become 58-42 in 2027 and 60-40 in 2028. Accompanying these changes are a 5% fuel flow increase in 2027 and 13% in 2028, with maximum combustion engine power rising from 400kW to 420kW and then 450kW respectively. The changes directly address widespread driver complaints earlier this season that the sport had become overly focused on energy management, reducing racing excitement and creating safety concerns. The FIA stated the changes were developed collaboratively with teams, power unit manufacturers, and Liberty Media, and will be submitted for World Motor Sport Council approval on June 23. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem emphasized the changes reflect F1's commitment to exciting racing, technological innovation, and sustainability.
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F1 details reduced electric power unit changes for 2027 and 2028
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