Recent tests in simulators have revealed problems in the initial models of Formula 1 cars for 2026, leading to a rethinking of active aerodynamics plans.
The goal was to improve the performance of the cars to match the new generation turbo hybrid engines. The cars would have adjustable wings, alternating between a high aerodynamic load configuration in the corners and a low resistance configuration on the straights. However, simulators showed that this configuration presented significant challenges.
Teams found that with the rear wing in a low-resistance configuration and the engine at maximum power, the cars lost stability, leading the FIA to reevaluate this approach. Tests showed that a change in the configuration of the rear wing alone was not enough to maintain vehicle stability.
As a result, the FIA is considering a change in the plan. It is now contemplated that both the front and rear wings should be movable and work together to maintain adequate aerodynamic balance.
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