Video explaining how '26 Frankenstein Cars have ruined Formula 1

Complex energy management rules for the 2026 Formula 1 cars are creating unexpected challenges for drivers during qualifying sessions and the race. Max Verstappen has called it Formula E on Steroids. The cars were called Frankenstein Cars early on when the FIA and F1 said they were going to try and make Formula 1 more ‘green.’

Data analysis reveals how tiny throttle inputs cause major power imbalances later in the lap. This deep dive examines how regulations aimed at safety are drastically changing driving techniques and lap strategies.

Lift and coast to go faster? How perposterous! That is not racing.

Jon Noble and Edd Straw of The-Race reveal the ‘smoking gun’ that shows how 2026 has ruined qualifying and why F1 needs to fix it.