The FIA has launched an e-vote primarily centred on a proposed change to the evaluation of the facility unit compression ratio in operating situation.
Over latest weeks and months, the FIA and the Energy Unit Producers have collaboratively developed a strategy to quantify how the compression ratio adjustments from ambient to working circumstances.
Following validation of this strategy, a proposal has been submitted whereby, from 1 August 2026, compliance with the compression ratio restrict should be demonstrated not solely at ambient circumstances, but additionally at a consultant working temperature of 130 levels C.
The vote has been submitted to the Energy Unit Producers, and its end result is anticipated throughout the subsequent 10 days and will likely be communicated sooner or later. As with all System 1 regulatory adjustments, any modification stays topic to remaining approval by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.
Notice: 1 August is simply after the Hungarian Grand Prix, the thirteenth spherical of the 2026 season.
