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Why lubricants matter in F1 and what has changes for 2026

A Formula 1 hybrid power unit is a complex system of bespoke metal parts that interact with each other under extreme operating conditions to deliver optimal power and efficiency. Inevitably, those tightly packaged metal parts grind against each other. Without proper lubrication using specialist oils, they will grind together potentially cause an engine failure. There is also the caveat that different metals and components have different friction…
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racecar-engineering.com broke the news in on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
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