Adrian Newey: "Scary" F1 2026 rules actually have room for innovation
- Adrian Newey, who leads the technical development for Aston Martin’s F1 program, emphasized that the concurrent changes to both chassis and power unit regulations in 2026 represent a major and challenging milestone.
- He explained that this combined change creates a 'slightly scary' challenge but noted parallels with the 2022 regulation shifts that initially seemed prescriptive.
- Newey focused on the smaller, lighter 2026 cars featuring active aerodynamics and a revised engine formula, emphasizing the regulations still allow diverse innovative solutions.
- He expressed trust in Honda, Aston Martin's new engine partner returning after a year out, describing them as a 'great group of engineers' despite some catch-up challenges.
- Newey's involvement aims to position Aston Martin as a frontrunner in 2026 and beyond amid uncertainty about how the tight 2025 grid performance will change.
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New regulations in F1, Adrian Newey optimistic for the 2026 season
Aston Martin's new chief engineer, Adrian Newey, believes that the new regulations that will come into effect at the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship are more nuanced than initially anticipated, which will give him "more flexibility in innovation and different approaches."
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