A system derived from the KERS in the F1 2026 regulations
The regulations for the next generation of engines, scheduled for 2026, indicate that a system similar to KERS or "push to pass" would be used.
A new way to manage electrical systems. In 2026, Formula 1 will once again change its regulations. It will mainly be the engines that will be modified. And these should benefit from a new overtaking mode.
What is already certain is that the share of electric power in motors will increase, a derivative system of the KERS, used at the beginning of the 2010s, should make a comeback. While this last point remains rather unclear for the moment, a document published by the FIA provides some clarifications.
This system would allow the deployment of energy from the ERS-K hybrid system from 0 to 345 km/h. Then, a mode called an “overtaking” mode would allow the driver to deploy more power up to 355 km/h.
With such a novelty, drivers will have to adapt their way of managing the race and especially the level of energy in the batteries. This would be very useful in case of a fight for a position.
