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Hamilton: Lighter F1 cars planned in 2026 ‘still heavy’
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06/06/2024 at 21:3706/06/2024 at 23:04 Lewis Hamilton says a weight reduction of 30kg for Formula 1’s next-generation designs is a step in the right direction but will leave cars “still heavy”. The FIA unveiled on Thursday an overview of the 2026 technical specifications to which teams will design the sport’s future contenders. The governing body and Formula 1 have worked towards producing a “nimble car” concept, or lighter, more agile and powerful machines that better cater to a drivers’ skills. Over the past decade, Formula 1 cars have ballooned in weight, gaining over 100kg in ten years to weigh in at a hefty 798kg, an increase attributed...
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