The heads of Formula 1 teams recently met to analyze the results of the Australian and Chinese Grands Prix, in a context where the championship’s new regulations continue to be the subject of study and debate.
During the meeting, all attendees agreed that the last two Grands Prix have provided high-level competition, and the feedback from fans has been positive, making them feel comfortable with the results obtained so far.
Although teams are satisfied with the on-track spectacle, qualifying has been identified as a key point to review. During qualifying sessions, many drivers have been forced to employ ‘lift and coast’ techniques, a strategy that limits performance at the most crucial moment of quick laps.
To improve this situation, adjustments are anticipated to allow drivers to execute fast laps without fuel management. Teams, together with drivers, will work collaboratively to suggest solutions that will be presented to the FIA, the authority that will decide on the changes.
For now, no immediate changes are expected before the next Grand Prix in Suzuka, with a break in the calendar due to the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix. This will allow teams the necessary time to assess possible modifications. Formula 1 will return to action in Miami in early May.
The planned modifications will not be drastic, but will aim to resolve issues detected during the early races of the season. Overall, the results from the last Grands Prix have helped alleviate concerns prior to the season’s start, and during the meeting, it was not deemed necessary to implement urgent measures.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
