The FIA has revealed the first images of how Formula 1's all-new 2026 cars could look, with the rules set for sign-off later this month.
Ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, the FIA outlined the key details of the 'nimble' car concept that will arrive alongside the new power units and mandatory use of fully sustainable fuel. Featuring active aero, the new cars will be 30kg lighter than current F1 machinery and will be both shorter and narrower. The wheelbase is being reduced from 3600mm to 3400mm, with the width of the cars dropping from 2000mm to 1900mm. Furthermore, the maximum floor width will be reduced by 150mm.
F1 2026 FIA car renders Photo by: FIA Hidden from view, the 2026 F1 cars will feature a partially flat floor and lower-powered diffuser to reduce the ground effect and not make performance so reliant on ultra-stiff and low ride-height set-ups. The cars will also feature improved safety elements, including a two-stage front impact structure and improved side intrusion protection. Roll hoop loads are also being increased from 16G to 20G, while rear wing endplate lights will be made brighter.
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