CANADA: The Federation Internationale de l’Automobile showcased on Friday a more competitive, safer and sustainable future for the F1 World Championship with the presentation of the technical regulations that will define the sport from 2026 onwards.
“Today, the FIA is defining a hugely exciting future for the pinnacle of motorsport with the launch of a comprehensive new set of regulations for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship and beyond,” FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said.
Developed in consultation with the FIA Formula 1 technical working groups and formulated in collaboration with F1, the sport’s 10 teams, original equipment manufacturers and power unit manufacturers, the regulations were revealed in Montreal ahead of this weekend’s 2024 FIA Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix.
The 2026 regulations are set to be officially ratified by the World Motor Sport Council on June 28, 2024.
“Following the publication of 2026 power unit regulations two years ago we have taken the opportunity to redefine the chassis regulations to match the energy requirement of the new power units,” Ben Sulayem said.
“Collaborating with our partners at Formula 1 and with the assistance of the sport’s 10 teams and all our stakeholders, this represents a unique revision that will ensure our premier championship is even more relevant to what is happening in the world,” he said.
The power unit regulations had resulted in a record number of PU manufacturers committing to the sport, according to the FIA president.
“And now, in tandem with chassis regulations that provide for lighter, more agile cars featuring innovative aerodynamic solutions, we have created a set of regulations designed to not only improve racing but also to make the championship even more attractive to PU manufacturers, OEMs and existing competitors.
“The key features of the 2026 F1 Regulations are advanced, sustainability technology and safety. Our aim, together with Formula 1, was to produce a car that was right for the future of the sport’s elite category. We believe we have achieved that goal,” he said.
FIA showcases future-focused F1 regulations for 2026 and beyond
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FIA showcases future-focused F1 regulations for 2026 and beyond
- “Today, the FIA is defining a hugely exciting future for the pinnacle of motorsport,” FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said
- The 2026 regulations are set to be officially ratified by the World Motor Sport Council on June 28
68 drivers get underway in first stage of Jeddah Baja Toyota rally
- Opening day covers a total distance of 395 km, including 206 km of timed special stage sections
- Concluding stage will take place on Saturday over a distance of 301 km, including a 91 km timed special stage
JEDDAH: Sixty-eight drivers and navigators from more than 17 countries competed in the opening stage of the Jeddah Baja Toyota rally on Friday.
The first stage covered 395 kilometers, including 206 kilometers of timed special stage sections.
In the Ultimate B category, Yazeed Al-Rajhi and co-driver Timo Gottschalk topped the rankings in a time of 1 hour 48 minutes, 6 seconds, followed by Dania Akeel with 02:01:36 and Miroslav Zapletal on 02:02:28.
In the Ultimate category, Faris Almoshana led the field with a time of 02:21:22, ahead of Abdulaziz Alyaeesh (03:10:19) and Hussein Al-Lapid (03:37:39).
In the Stock category, Sufian Alomer took first place with a time of 02:27:18, with Khalaf Al-Shammari in second (02:48:11) and Majed Althunayyan third (03:18:40).
In the Challenger category, the top three were Hamad Al-Harbi (02:19:52), Saleh Alsaif (02:20:59) and Abdullah Alfahhad (02:29:14).
Top spot in the Side-by-Side category went to Hamza Bakhashab (02:02:42), followed by Maha Al-Hamali (02:11:34) and Mansour Al-Helei (02:12:42).
Teruhito Sugawara of Japan crossed the line first the Trucks category in a time of 02:20:52.
In the Motorbikes category, Abdul Halim Al-Mughirah was fastest with a time of 02:47:39, followed by Thomas Blackburn (02:50:15) and Abdulla Lanjawi (02:59:58).
In the Quads category, Hani Alnoumesi (02:52:03) led the way, ahead of Abdularahman Alabdullatif (03:53:31) and Merehin Albaz (05:01:11).
The second and final stage of the Jeddah Baja Toyota will take place on Saturday over a distance of 301 kilometers, including a 91 kilometer timed special stage.
The event is organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Sport and Jeddah Governorate, with support from official partners Jameel Motorsport and the Saudi Motorsport Marshals Club.
