Posted on 09/22/2026 6:26:50 AM PDT by WhiteHatBobby0701
The third meeting of the Formula 1 Commission in 2026 took place today, September 21 at the offices of the FIA in London. The meeting was chaired by FIA Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis and FOM President and CEO Stefano Domenicali.
The following is an overview of the key discussion points:
2026 Regulatory changes
Minor changes to the 2026 Sporting and Financial Regulations were agreed.
2027 Regulatory changes
In line with the refinements to the Power Unit regulations to be introduced in 2027 on fuel flow, a reduction in the total race distance from 305km (190 miles) to 290km (180 miles) was approved, corresponding to a reduction of two or three laps.
Regarding races that are disrupted by rain or other factors, it was decided that a hard stop time would be introduced for the end of any racing activity, but that the current limitation of a race to three hours (from its start to its end – including interruptions) would be removed. The limit of two hours of actual racing will remain. These changes were introduced to ensure that the spectators have the best possible chance to enjoy a full race if disruptions occur. It was also agreed that there would be greater flexibility to extend Free Practice sessions should they be interrupted.
Following consultation with the relevant manufacturer working group, and a recommendation from the Sporting Advisory Committee, it was agreed to remove gearbox homologation for 2027 which would preserve supplier development freedom. There are also minor changes to the 2027 Technical Regulations.
All regulatory changes are subject to approval by the FIA World Motor Sport Council (WMSC).
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that Montreal race took like 6 hours to complete- similar to the Alabama-Florida State game on Saturday....
Why would changes to the Power Unit require a reduction in the total race distance from 305km (190 miles) to 290km (180 miles)? Then they go on to say they want to maximize spectator enjoyment. By eliminating ten miles of racing?
There is an 18-gallon fuel tank limit in F1 for the entire race. The rules allow more fuel burn so they decided to cut ten miles from the race.
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