Formula 1 chiefs to make push for lighter grand prix cars 

While F1’s engine regulations from 2026 are set in stone, the chassis rules are far from being finalised as series bosses weigh up the direction they want to see things go. 

But one key area that F1 and the FIA are in agreement over is that efforts must be made to reduce the weight of the cars, which are heavier now than they have ever been. 

For this season, the minimum car weight has been set at 798 kilogrammes, which is more than 200kg heavier than they were back…