Bottas on how F1 drivers will adapt to the 2026 regulations

Formula 1 is bracing for a major overhaul in 2026 with new regulations set to significantly reshape the sport, marking one of the most substantial rule changes in over a decade. This presents a formidable challenge for teams and, crucially, for drivers who must adapt to entirely new machinery. Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer, current Cadillac racer Valtteri Bottas, and F1 legend Juan Pablo Montoya offer their perspectives on how drivers approach and master these pivotal shifts. Their insights highlight the critical adaptation process required for competitors to get up to speed under fresh technical directives, emphasizing the constant evolution demanded of F1's elite.