F1 leaders agree to make engine design change for 2027 season

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Formula 1 leaders have agreed to an engine design change for the 2027 season, increasing internal combustion output by approximately 50kW. This decision follows driver feedback and aims to enhance competition and driving skill.

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F1 leaders agreed to engine design changes for 2027
Internal combustion engine power will increase by approximately 50kW
Changes respond to driver feedback for improved competition

PARIS (AP) — Formula 1 leaders have agreed to an engine design change for 2027 that will slightly increase internal combustion output. F1 started the year with big changes including a 50-50 split in power between a traditional engine and the onboard battery pack, but driver criticism was immediate. Governing body the FIA said it met with teams and F1 officials in an online session Friday and that the changes were agreed in principle. “The measures agreed in principle today for 2027 would see a nominal increase in internal combustion engine (ICE) power by (tilde)50kW alongside a fuel-flow increase and a nominal reduction of the energy recovery system (ERS) deployment power by (tilde)50kW,” the FIA statement said. The changes, it added, will be “intuitive for drivers and teams.” After just three grands prix this season, tweaks were made that slightly curbed the influence of the electrical power. They answered driver criticism by promoting pure driving skill over electrical recharging, especially in qualifying. Last weekend's Miami Grand Prix was the first under those changes. Sunday’s race was one of the most wide open in recent F1 history with drivers from four different teams leading before Kimi Antonelli took his third win of 2026 for Mercedes. F1 has used V6 engines with electrical hybrid power since 2014 and an increase in the amount of electrical power has forced drivers to adjust. Timing the electrical boost and recharging is the key to tactical racing. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen loathes it so much he’s questioned his future in F1. The FIA said Friday's session began with a review of the changes put in place before Miami. “The conclusion from the deployment of modifications in Miami, designed to improve safety and reduce excessive harvesting, was that they resulted in improved competition and were a step in the right direction,” it said. “Evaluation of the Miami package is ongoing with a view to the introduction of further adjustments at future events.” Next on the calendar is the Canadian Grand Prix on May 24. \\\_ AP auto racing:

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What changes are being made to F1 engines for the 2027 season?

F1 will see a nominal increase in internal combustion engine power by about 50kW, along with adjustments to fuel flow and energy recovery system deployment.

Why did F1 leaders decide to change the engine design?

The changes were made in response to driver criticism regarding the balance of power between traditional engines and electrical systems, aiming to promote pure driving skill.

When will the new F1 engine regulations take effect?

The new engine regulations are set to take effect for the 2027 Formula 1 season.

F1 leaders agree to make engine design change for 2027 season

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