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F1 Races Shorten to Fix Power Unit Issues | F1 News
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- Sep 9, 2026
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Formula One is set to shorten races by 2-3 laps starting in 2027, dropping from 305km to around 290km — a quiet fix for power unit woes that force drivers to manage battery life instead of pushing hard. The move, approved by teams, aims to rebalance engine-electric performance without costly redesigns, with fuel limits increasing in 2025 to further reduce reliance on electric systems. While fans may barely notice the change, it’s part of F1’s long history of using fuel rules as a subtle tool to tweak engine performance — echoing tactics from the turbo era of the 80s. This isn’t about racing itself, but engineering pragmatism under the rulebook. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0237197f19d62f80