We’re three races deep into the new Formula 1 season, which has brought with it a whole new set of regulations for the cars and their engines that have proven controversial among fans and drivers alike. Whether they love it or hate it, most of the drivers have a single reference point: these new real-life cars are a whole lot like Mario Kart.
This year, F1 cars have moved to 50/50 hybrid engines, with exactly half the power provided by conventional combustion, and half provided by electric power. Like hybrid road cars, the racing vehicles recharge their electric batteries during stretches when the combustion engine is not in full use, but unlike standard hybrids, drivers can in certain situations press a button to use that extra electrical energy for a big boost in top speed.
In this past weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix, Haas driver Oliver Bearman suffered a nasty crash – thankfully without any major injury – when he seemingly misjudged his boost speed while trying to pass another car. While reviewing the incident with Leclerc, McClaren driver Oscar Piastri said “I finally see what you mean about the mushroom. It’s pretty accurate.”
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