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Formula 1 drivers’ market 2025 and Chaos theory – why one compliments the other The beauty of Formula 1 also lies in its unpredictability. As the 2024 season unfolds, the driver market continues to be a captivating chess game played amidst the roar of the engines. From the on-track heroics of drivers who are without a seat for the next season to the strategic manoeuvring words among team principals, ensuring every twist and turn is a story waiting to be written and go down in history as one of those seasons where it is as crazy as it could get. With Max, Lewis, Russell, Norris, Piastri, Leclerc and Alonso the only drivers there are 14 drivers without a fixed contract for next year. If some researcher is looking for a case study in Chaos Theory, I would recommend come look at the F1 Drivers market now. You couldn’t be in a better place. What began as how the races would shape up this year with China making a comeback after 2019, the discussions have now spiralled into the who would in which teams for the next season. Driver performances, team ambitions and unforeseen winds will could see some eyebrows raised, a simple seat shuffle and some could also be left out without any contract bringing in new blood into the pinnacle of motorsport. Scrambling to secure their talent, fearing a bidding war considering them a potential championship contender, altering strategies, contract negotiations – what a nail-biting moment. The teams also may want to consider the F1 regulations which are scheduled to take effect in 2026 and the most drivers may could see only 2-year contracts awarded. The new regulations also aim to make the sport carbon neutral by 2030. You can all about the new regulations on https://lnkd.in/gJmVfdP9.

Check out this fascinating article on the history and transformation of Formula 1 engines from the birth of Grand Prix Racing in1947 up to the present day 4-stroke 1.6 liter V6 engine with a single turbocharger and hybrid electrical system that we all find so thrilling. #motorlease #whateverittakes #turbocharging #V6V8V10 https://lnkd.in/eaJ8GjdR

After much anticipation, the FIA today released the set of new, "future-focused" regulations which will define the sport from 2026 onward. These new regulations will see the development of new, more electrically efficient power units, in line with the regulations outlined in the 2026 Power Unit Regulations published in 2022. The regulations will also see the development of smaller, lighter cars, in line with the FIA's "nimble car" concept, and the replacement of DRS with Active Aerodynamics and Manual Override systems. Read more at Pit Debrief. https://lnkd.in/eeGJfzQq

Why hybrid power isn't in F2's future plans https://lnkd.in/dSVK7bQh Formula 2 CEO Bruno Michel has conceded it would be “impossible” for the championship to switch to a hybrid powertrain in the future. With Formula 1 leading the way with hybrid technology in single-seaters and IndyCar recently adapting its own iteration, being introduced to its intricacies at a junior level is becoming more important. Asked if F2 had considered making the change, Michel said: “What Formula 1 has in terms of hybridisation is not something that we could afford, it is very simple. It is impossible, otherwise we would multiply the cost of a season by three. “We’ve looked at what IndyCar is doing and we had a few discussions with them to see if it was adaptable to us and, to be perfectly honest, I thought that the cost compared to the advantages that it would bring was almost zero. “We took the decision to go into a more sustainable approach with the fuel and we are very much in advance with that on every other category.” F2 currently runs using 55% sustainable Aramco fuel but will next year increase this proportion to 100% - this coming before F1 makes the change in 2026. (...) #F2 #f2 #motorsport #sustainability #biofuel

Interesting development in H2 ICE automotive powertrains for motorsport coming from AVL of Austria. Seemingly adding water to the intake air improves the performance of the engine. Still an issue with NOx from the high temperatures of combustion when compared to a Fuel-Cell car. However this could be an intermediate step.   Note: H2 is still produced >90% from fossil fuel sources, as "Green Hydrogen" still requires energy to make, and "White Hydrogen" will be difficult to transport from its sources. (Check my articles for a couple of essays on H2 technologies)  https://lnkd.in/ezq3XTYA 

Formula 1 is becoming the worlds most sustainable global sport. Seems a stretch... but is it? The new 2026 race regulations see some quite remarkable rule changes which 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 have a significant impact on global emissions. Approximately 17% of global emissions comes from road transportation and this is exactly what F1 sustainability can help to eliminate. It stems from a move to 100% sustainable drop in fuels (which can work in any IC engine), as well as a move to increase the size of the batteries within the hybrid engines. As a sport, the R&D into battery technology has potential to ramp up the rate of vehicle electrification. We're still only scratching the surface of batteries. The whole world isn't going to be in electric cars anytime soon (if ever), and this is why having a drop in fuel is so important. So what do you think? Which sport will have a great impact on global emissions? #mycarbon #formula1 #fuels #sustainability #netzero https://lnkd.in/eVbea7bd

Formula One championships are increasingly being decided by how teams use new technology, but motor racing hadn’t always been a display of precision engineering. “Twenty years ago you built the car and found a wishbone would be going through a piece of body work; drill that out and you find the axles are in the wrong place,” Williams Racing CEO James Vowles told CNBC’s “Inside Track.” Yet with 24 races packed into the modern Formula One season and a limit on how much money you can spend competing, even minor mistakes can cost titles. To avoid them, teams are relying more heavily on digital tools. Car designs are thrashed out virtually before being uploaded to a program which simulates airflow around them. Meanwhile, other software systems stress test each nut and bolt in different weather conditions to ensure the design will hold up over a full season. Learn more about the tech powering F1 by clicking the link here: cnb.cx/3C6VQ5i

🏁 Formula 1 is the Most Watched Battery-Powered Sport in the World 🏁 Recently, we sat down with The Race to discuss battery technology's place in sports. Here's a clip from Gavin White. (🔗 in comments) Here’s a timeline of F1 batteries: 🔋 2009: Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) introduced, using lithium-ion batteries to store and release braking energy. Initially optional, some teams avoided it due to weight and reliability. ⚡ 2011: KERS standardized for all teams, allowing extra power for overtaking. Lithium-ion batteries were essential for efficient energy storage and use. 🔧 2014: FIA mandated hybrid power units combining engines and batteries. Lithium-ion batteries powered both kinetic (MGU-K) and thermal (MGU-H) energy recovery, boosting power while reducing fuel. 📈 2017: F1 regulations increased the minimum car weight due to advancements in battery and hybrid technology. Battery packs had become larger and more complex to enhance performance. 🌍 2025 (Upcoming): New FIA regulations require 50% of power from 350 kW batteries for carbon-neutral hybrid power units, prioritizing energy recovery, sustainability, and recycling. What do you think is next in the world of motorsports and batteries?

The FIA has introduced new Formula 1 regulations for 2026, emphasizing agility, sustainability, and competition. The changes include lighter cars by 30kg, active aerodynamics with movable wings, and increased battery power. These cars will use 100% sustainable fuels and offer more overtaking opportunities through a new battery power system. Improved safety features, including a two-stage nose design and enhanced driver protection, are also part of the regulations. These updates aim to create more dynamic racing and attract additional power unit manufacturers. #F1 #Formula1 #FIA #F1Regulations #SustainableRacing #ActiveAerodynamics #Motorsport #RacingInnovation #TheSocialTalks #talksocialtous