F1 implements two-step engine design changes amid driver criticism
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, has agreed to a two-step plan for engine design changes following significant driver criticism of the current power unit regulations. Drivers have expressed concerns that the nearly equal split between internal combustion and electric power diminished qualifying challenges. As part of the agreement, the ratio of internal combustion engine (ICE) power is set to change from approximately 50-50 to 58-42 in 2027, and ultimately to 60-40 by 2028. The engine suppliers will increase fuel-flow to the ICE, aiming to improve performance and restore a more competitive environment during qualifying. The FIA will also allow certain manufacturers to make engine upgrades based on performance rankings, with Red Bull reportedly having the most powerful engine this season.
- •F1 agrees to two-step engine design changes after driver complaints.
- •The internal combustion to electric power ratio will shift to 60-40 by 2028.
- •Fuel-flow to the ICE will increase by 5% in 2027 and 13% in 2028.
- •Red Bull reportedly has the most powerful engine under the new performance rankings.
- •Mercedes and other manufacturers can make engine upgrades based on performance disparities.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Formula 1 Agrees To Engine Power Changes Starting Next Year
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Formula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism
- 7:57 PMBBC Sport — Formula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism
- 7:15 PMESPN — F1 agree change to controversial engine rules after drivers' complaints - ESPN
"Formula 1’s governing body has approved power unit adjustments that will somewhat reduce the awkward energy management that's become the norm under the sport’s new hybrid regulations.
"Formula One's rule makers have agreed to two stages of regulation changes over the next two seasons to address drivers' complaints about the power units introduced this year.
"Formula 1 agrees a two-step plan to change engine design in response to criticism of this year's new rules.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 4:42 PMFormula 1 Agrees To Engine Power Changes Starting Next Year
Formula 1’s governing body has approved power unit adjustments that will somewhat reduce the awkward energy management that's become the norm under the sport’s new hybrid regulations.
- ESPNJun 10, 2026, 7:15 PMF1 agree change to controversial engine rules after drivers' complaints - ESPN
Formula One's rule makers have agreed to two stages of regulation changes over the next two seasons to address drivers' complaints about the power units introduced this year.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 8:05 PMFormula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism
Formula 1 agrees a two-step plan to change engine design in response to criticism of this year's new rules.
- BBC SportJun 10, 2026, 7:57 PMFormula 1 agrees to engine design change after criticism
Formula 1 agrees a two-step plan to change engine design in response to criticism of this year's new rules.
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