Overview

• The FIA says the 2026 power‑unit hardware is set in stone, so adjustments will target energy recovery and deployment rather than engine design.
• Planned tools include a 'turn‑down ramp rate' to manage power drop‑off and venue‑specific harvesting limits to prevent battery depletion, pending manufacturer approval.
• Nikolas Tombazis vows to avoid 'unnatural' behavior such as lifting on straights or mid‑straight deceleration, assuring full‑throttle use when speed is needed.
• Reactions diverge: Sebastian Vettel questions rear‑axle‑only recovery and car weight, while Williams’ James Vowles says early simulator complaints fade with practice and expects refinements to reduce driver workload.
• The FIA highlights uneven data transparency from power‑unit makers, and analysis suggests the 2026 reset could benefit adaptable rookies given the higher electrical share and revised chassis.