F1 will roll out revised engine rules at the Miami Grand Prix (1–3 May) following criticism that the new systems demanded excessive energy management.
The FIA has cut recharge limits in qualifying, raised recovery power, and expanded restrictions to more circuits to encourage consistent driving.
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Race deployment has been capped to reduce dangerous speed gaps, highlighted by Oliver Bearman’s Suzuka crash.
Wet‑weather protocols will limit torque and simplify rear‑light signals, while Miami will trial new start procedures to prevent low‑acceleration incidents.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said the changes were about “acting with a scalpel, not a baseball bat,” as the sport seeks to balance performance with safety.
