FIA Aims to Reduce Formula 1 Car Weight by 80kg
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The FIA has announced plans to further reduce the weight of Formula 1 cars by 80 kilograms as part of upcoming regulations. This initiative aligns with the organization's ongoing commitment to creating a more agile and efficient racing environment.
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FIA reveals ambitious target to make F1 cars another 80kg lighterWhen the 2026 Formula 1 rules were introduced, the FIA frequently spoke about the so-called "nimble car concept". The machinery was supposed to become smaller and lighter, although it has to be said that the changes are still relatively marginal. The wheelbase is 20cm shorter this year, while the new cars are also 10cm narrower. The minimum weight has been set at 768kg, a reduction of 32kg ... Keep readingMotorsport.comFirst to reportRead →Fri 7 Aug · 14:51 UTC
FIA wants F1 cars to lose another 80kg under next rules overhaulWhen the 2026 Formula 1 rules were introduced, the FIA frequently spoke about the so-called "nimble car concept". The machinery was supposed to become smaller and lighter, although it has to be said that the changes are still relatively marginal. The wheelbase is 20cm shorter this year, while the new cars are also 10cm narrower. The minimum weight has been set at 768kg, a reduction of 32kg ... Keep readingAutosportRead →Fri 7 Aug · 14:51 UTCIn this story
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