Formula 1 and the FIA have defined new terminology for the sport’s 2026 regulations. The updated language covers energy deployment, overtaking aids, aerodynamic systems, and energy recovery. Terms such as Boost Button, Overtake Mode, Recharge, and Active Aero will be used in official communication alongside changes to car design and power units.
FIA simulations show that 2026 F1 cars will be only one to two seconds slower than current machinery. Officials explain why the first year of new regulations is not designed for maximum speed.



