As the Formula 1 2024 season turns 75, the beloved motorsport steeped in history continues to evolve for the future. Major adjustments planned for this year start with advanced technologies that will make racing more competitive, environmentally friendly and exciting for fans.
Formula 1 starts the 2024 season with Green hybrid engines
In response to the electrification of road cars, all Formula 1 teams will be required to race with more sustainable hybrid power units in 2024 and beyond. Current complex 1.6L V6 internal combustion engines will continue to provide significant horsepower.
But augmented electrical systems will play a larger role by powering performance drivers’ front axles, increasing battery capacity with power boost and increased recharging during braking. This hybrid upgrade follows Formula 1’s efforts to use entirely renewable fuels by 2026 and achieve carbon neutrality for the series in 2030.
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Augmented reality is transforming racing broadcasts
Imagine experiencing visceral perspectives as you speed towards chicanes, with cameras inside the driver’s cockpits instead of standard television camera angles. Augmented reality and 360-degree images viewable through 5G-connected VR headsets will revolutionize Grand Prix broadcasts in 2024.
F1 TV Pro will offer subscribers multiple driver perspectives showing speedometer dashboards, steering movements and pedal operations, allowing drivers to feel the tearing forces through their eyes. F1 will push the boundaries of entertainment through breathtaking technologies that enhance the spectator experience.
Driver assistant artificial intelligence is banned
To preserve authentic racing integrity, F1 officials are exploring the banning of AI assist systems thought to assess critical situations too quickly for humans to react. Rumors claim that there are hidden AI drivers that drive vehicles from garage computers, read by sensors and making slight adjustments.
Formula 1 aims to ensure that the sport remains a result of driver skills and strategies, and that control is not left to AI algorithms, automated driving systems that analyze drivers’ speeds in fractions of a second and make decisions.
Are female drivers advancing to Formula 1?
In addition to electric power units and increased broadcasting, diversifying Formula 1’s participant demographics is among the 2024 headlines. Long-time Ferrari development junior Emily Jones has already begun testing young female talents who could be successful in Formula 1 cars in the coming years.
Fair talent evaluation practices encourage talented women to enter a motorsport long dominated by men. So, there is a high probability that we will watch female Formula 1 drivers in the coming years.
New manufacturers will enter Formula 1
Formula 1’s rising audience, tightening budgets and a shift towards sustainability are attracting many car manufacturers to enter the series. Indian automaker Mahindra has already confirmed its intention to race by 2024 or 2025 at the latest.
According to the latest news, in 2026 US automaker Ford will join the F1 grid alongside established brands such as Ferrari, Mercedes, Red Bull and others. General Motors is also interested in the engine formula to market upcoming electric vehicles in 2024.
The 2024 Formula 1 season starts differently this time
The 2024 Formula 1 season will start in Bahrain on March 2. Additionally, with the broadcasting rights changing hands, the races can now be watched on the Bein Connect media platform. This means that Serhan Acar, a presenter identified with Formula 1 sports, will no longer be an announcer.
In addition, Mercedes’ 7-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton will say goodbye to the Mercedes seat we are used to seeing this year. Hamilton, the driver whom we will watch for the last time at Mercedes, will continue his journey with Ferrari in 2025.
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