Future F1 cars might be slower than expected according to Lewis Hamilton
- Lewis Hamilton expresses concern that future F1 cars could be slower despite being lighter.
- This revelation comes on the eve of the Canadian Grand Prix, offering a glimpse into the future of Formula 1 racing.
- The potential decrease in speed raises questions about the direction of technological advancements in the sport.
The FIA said cars must weigh at least 768kg, down from nearly 800kg. They want cars to be lighter for better performance. Drivers like Hamilton and Norris think lighter cars are more fun to drive. Hamilton thinks a small weight reduction in 2026 won't change much. He drove lighter cars when he started in F1 in 2007. Mercedes did well with V6 engines in 2014. Red Bull is strong now after rule changes in 2022. Ferrari and McLaren are catching up. Some think stable rules would be better. Changes can make some teams do better than others. Hamilton, Norris, and Piastri worry that new rules could spread out the field. They fear it could make racing boring again. They want to keep the excitement in the sport. Piastri thinks rule changes often lead to big differences in performance.