F1 Strategy Lab

Pit-wall inspired analytics with premium controls, dual-era context, and strategy-first simulation workflows.

1Select Season + Race → 2Load race data → 3Analyze legacy tools or 2026 lab

Core Models

Lap Time Model

Break down lap times by observing aerodynamic efficiency, mechanical grip, braking energy, and cornering profiles.

Tyre Degradation

Understand how tyre wear affects lap deltas and why stints diverge between compounds.

Track Profiles

Compare high-downforce circuits to low-drag power tracks and how teams tune car setups.

Race Data (2018-2026)

Explore race weekends by season. Historical telemetry tools remain legacy-only for 2018-2025; 2026 uses explicit availability gates and the new Regulations Lab.

Race Calendar

Season Year

Sector Performance Calculator

What this helps you answer

Where your setup gains or loses time by sector compared to pole baseline pace.

How to use

Set the slider values, then calculate to compare sector deltas against pole baseline pace.

What to look for

Consistent positive deltas in one sector indicate a setup imbalance for that circuit profile.

How It Works

Analyze how different car characteristics affect lap time across track sectors. Adjust the sliders to simulate car performance:

Aero Efficiency

High-speed corner performance. Higher = faster through sweeping turns.

Mechanical Grip

Slow-corner traction. Higher = better acceleration out of tight turns.

Power Unit

Straight-line speed. Higher = faster on straights and acceleration zones.

Baseline: 50 = Pole position performance. Adjust to see theoretical improvements or declines.

Legacy

● Aero Efficiency: 50

● Mechanical Grip: 50

● Power Unit: 50

Circuit Database - 2026 Season

Explore the complete F1 calendar with detailed circuit characteristics, downforce requirements, and track-specific insights.

Circuit Era View

2026 mode uses official 2026 race-calendar circuits and Active Aero activation terminology.

Circuit Terminology Guide

Active Aero Activation Zones

Defined 2026 zones where X-Mode and Overtake Mode logic can materially change straight-line performance.

DF (Downforce Level)

Aerodynamic force pushing car down for grip. High DF = better cornering, slower straights. Low DF = higher top speed, challenging corners.

Street Circuit

Temporary track on public roads. Usually tight, low speed, with barriers close to track.

Race Circuit

Purpose-built permanent facility with run-off areas and optimal racing conditions.

Overtaking Difficulty

How hard it is to pass. Depends on track width, corner types, and straight length.

2026 Regulations Lab

Explore the revolutionary 2026 F1 technical regulations with interactive simulations.

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Note: 2026 outputs are regulation-based projections; official telemetry and results populate round-by-round after each race weekend.

Car Simulator

Projected Tool

Run projected setup scenarios by official 2026 race-calendar circuit and compare lap-time tradeoffs.

What this helps you answer

How projected 2026 setup choices change lap-time profile and energy balance.

How to use

Pick a circuit, adjust sliders, and run simulation to compare sector outputs.

What to look for

Tradeoffs between power, aero, and grip that reduce total lap-time without draining battery state.

Car Configuration

Circuit

Tire Compound

Aero Efficiency 50

Higher = more downforce, slower straights

Mechanical Grip 50

Higher = better traction, cornering speed

Power Unit (ICE) 50

ICE performance (50% of total power)

Energy Deployment 50

MGU-K deployment rate (50% of total power in 2026)

Fuel Load 70 kg

2026 max: 70 kg (reduced from 100 kg)

Simulation Results

Lap Projected 2026 Pace

1:19.000

-0.000s

Balanced Setup

Deployment: Balanced

Sector Split

Sector 1

Balanced

25.500s

Baseline 25.500s

Simulated 25.500s

Delta +0.000s

Sector 2

Balanced

28.000s

Baseline 28.000s

Simulated 28.000s

Delta +0.000s

Sector 3

Balanced

25.500s

Baseline 25.500s

Simulated 25.500s

Delta +0.000s

Battery Energy balanced

3.0 MJ

Configure Your 2026 Car

Adjust the sliders on the left to configure your car's setup, then click Simulate Lap to see projected lap times based on 2026 regulations.

2026 Power Split

50% ICE + 50% Electric (was 75/25)

MGU-K Power

350 kW (tripled from 120 kW)

Weight Reduction

768 kg min (-30 kg from 2025)

Active Aero

X-Mode replaces DRS

2026 Regulation Changes

The 2026 regulations represent the biggest technical shake-up since the hybrid era began in 2014.

What this helps you answer

Which rule changes are most likely to alter racecraft and setup priorities.

How to use

Read summary cards first, then use the comparison table to map old-vs-new constraints.

What to look for

Shifts in power split, active aero behavior, and 100% sustainable fuel usage that affect strategic planning.

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50/50 Power Split

Electric power matches ICE output for the first time

MGU-K power tripled from 120kW to 350kW
MGU-H removed (eliminates turbo lag)
ICE power reduced from 75% to 50% of total
New 350kW motor is most powerful ever in F1
100% advanced sustainable drop-in fuel becomes mandatory

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Active Aero & X-Mode

DRS replaced with universal active aero system

30% less downforce than current cars
55% less drag for higher top speeds
35% drag reduction from X-Mode (vs 20% DRS)
Available to ALL cars, not just following

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Lighter & Smaller

30kg weight reduction and smaller dimensions

768 kg minimum weight (-30 kg)
200mm shorter wheelbase
100mm narrower car
70 kg max fuel (-30% from 100 kg)

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Overtake Mode

Strategic energy boost replaces DRS disadvantage system

+0.5 MJ boost when within 1 second
Leader power tapers at 290 km/h
Follower full power to 337 km/h
Energy management becomes strategic

2025 vs 2026 Comparison

Parameter	2022-2025	2026+	Change
Minimum Weight	798 kg	768 kg	-30 kg
Downforce Level	Baseline	-30%	Reduced
Drag Level	Baseline	-55%	Significantly reduced
MGU-K Power	120 kW	350 kW	+192%
ICE/Electric Split	75/25	50/50	Electric doubled
Fuel Standard	Legacy blend	100% advanced sustainable drop-in fuel	Mandatory
Overtaking Aid	DRS	Overtake Mode + Active Aero	Strategic system

2026 Grid - 11 Teams

The 2026 season expands to 11 teams with Cadillac Formula 1 Team joining the championship grid.

What this helps you answer

How supplier and team-entry changes may shift competitive balance in 2026.

How to use

Select a team card to inspect the full lineup and PU pairing before simulator what-if scenarios.

What to look for

New-entry flags and supplier concentration that could impact reliability and deployment strategies.

Red Bull Racing

Red Bull/Ford

Scuderia Ferrari

Ferrari

Mercedes-AMG Petronas

Mercedes

McLaren

Mercedes

Aston Martin Aramco

Honda

Alpine

Mercedes

Williams Racing

Mercedes

Racing Bulls

Red Bull/Ford

Audi Revolut F1 Team

Audi

Haas F1 Team

Ferrari

Cadillac Formula 1 Team

Ferrari

NEW 2026

Select a Team

Click any team card to view drivers, supplier, and status context.

Drivers

Select a team card
Lineup appears here

Power Unit

Select a team

Status

Continuing

Overtake Probability Calculator

Projected Tool

Calculate the probability of a successful overtake based on the 2026 Overtake Mode mechanics.

What this helps you answer

When an attack is likely to convert given gap and battery state.

How to use

Set realistic attacker/defender energy values, then evaluate probability with zone context.

What to look for

Sensitivity to gap thresholds and energy advantage that changes overtake feasibility.

Scenario Configuration

Gap at Detection (seconds) Overtake Mode activates within 1.0 second

Attacker Battery (MJ)

Defender Battery (MJ)

Overtake Analysis

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Configure the scenario and click "Calculate Probability" to analyze the overtake opportunity.

Key Factors

Gap Factor: Within range = 1.0x boost

Energy Advantage: +10% per MJ

Circuit Type: Affects base probability

Zone Length: Longer = better chance

2026 Overtake Mode Mechanics

Detection: 1.0 second gap triggers boost
Boost: +0.5 MJ for chasing car
Leader Taper: Power reduces at 290 km/h
Follower Power: Full deployment to 337 km/h
Battery: 4.0 MJ total capacity

Core Models

Lap Time Model

Tyre Degradation

Track Profiles

Race Data (2018-2026)

Race Calendar

Select a Race Weekend:

🏁 Pole Position

🏆 Race Podium

Race Lap Stopwatch

Lap Time Data

Sector Performance Calculator

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

How It Works

Theoretical Lap Time

Sector 1

Sector 2

Sector 3

Performance Profile

Tire Compound Analysis

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

Tire Compound Guide

Circuit Database - 2026 Season

Circuit Terminology Guide

Car Simulator

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

Car Configuration

Simulation Results

Sector Split

Configure Your 2026 Car

2026 Regulation Changes

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

50/50 Power Split

Active Aero & X-Mode

Lighter & Smaller

Overtake Mode

2025 vs 2026 Comparison

2026 Grid - 11 Teams

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

Select a Team

Drivers

Power Unit

Status

Overtake Probability Calculator

What this helps you answer

How to use

What to look for

Scenario Configuration

Overtake Analysis

Key Factors

2026 Overtake Mode Mechanics