FIA targets further 80kg weight reduction for F1 cars in 2026
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The FIA is aiming to reduce the weight of Formula 1 cars by another 80kg as part of the 2026 rules overhaul. Current regulations have already set the minimum weight at 768kg, which reflects a 32kg decrease from previous standards. The initiative aligns with the FIA's vision for a 'nimble car concept' that promotes smaller and lighter vehicles. The recent changes include a 20cm reduction in wheelbase and a 10cm decrease in width. Further details on implementing these weight changes are expected as the 2026 season approaches.
- •Current minimum weight for F1 cars is set at 768kg.
- •Wheelbase has been shortened by 20cm this year.
- •New cars are 10cm narrower as part of the 2026 rules.
- •FIA emphasizes the 'nimble car concept' for future designs.
- •Details on implementation expected as 2026 season nears.
- 2:51 PMAutosport — FIA wants F1 cars to lose another 80kg under next rules overhaul
- 2:51 PMMotorsport.com — FIA reveals ambitious target to make F1 cars another 80kg lighter
"When 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 reading
"When 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 reading
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External links- AutosportAug 7, 2026, 2:51 PMFIA wants F1 cars to lose another 80kg under next rules overhaul
When 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 reading
- Motorsport.comAug 7, 2026, 2:51 PMFIA reveals ambitious target to make F1 cars another 80kg lighter
When 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 reading
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