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9 Things You Need to Know Before the New F1 Season Begins

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSREdEF_Pd8

1. Information Reliability

• Be cautious of social media rumors and AI-generated content.
• Rely on official F1 sources and trusted journalists.

2. Important Dates

3. Regulations and Jargon

• Boost button – formerly the overtake button.
• Manual Override Mode (MO) – new driver-controlled power mode.
• Recharging – managing energy recovery and deployment.
• Active Aerodynamics:
  • Cornering mode – increases downforce in turns.
  • Straight mode – reduces drag on straights.

4. Power Units

• 1.6L V6 turbocharged engine remains.
• Hybrid component significantly increased.
• Drivers must manage complex energy cycles: recharge ↔ deploy.

5. Overtake Mode

• Replaces DRS with a power-based system.
• Usage restricted to designated zones.
• Battery management is critical for both attacking and defending.

6. Active Aerodynamics

• Straight mode: reduces drag (like DRS but affects more car parts).
• Cornering mode: increases grip.
• Can be active every lap, not just when within 1s of another car.

7. Qualifying Format

• More cars on the grid → more eliminations in Q1 and Q2.

8. Engine Compression Ratios

• Loopholes in regulations may allow:
  • Higher horsepower (e.g., Mercedes, Red Bull interpretations).
  • Reliability risks due to aggressive tuning.

9. Contract Status

• Many driver contracts expire this season.
• Expect a volatile “silly season” with major driver market movements.

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