The FIA has allayed concerns from Formula 1 teams about the activation process of its active aerodynamics package, and expects to use similar parameters to current DRS.
Key outlines for the 2026 F1 rules were released to the media on Thursday, although it became apparent that multiple F1 teams were concerned about certain aspects of the draft regulations, particularly those governing the application of active aero. It was initially unclear whether the X-mode activation, where the car's front and rear wings enter a lower-drag state in defined straights, would be driver-controlled or automatically applied during the course of a race.
' Active aero F1 2026 Photo by: FIA Monchaux explained the safety implications will also carry over from the introduction of DRS, and that the FIA will take a 'rigorous' approach to ensure that there are minimal risks introduced by their application. With top speeds expected to rise considerably thanks to the reduced drag produced by the X-mode, it needs to be guaranteed that a driver will not be stuck in that mode when it comes to braking for corners.
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