Not just the start of the F1 season
Speaking of some of the rookies that have stepped up from Formula 2, we’ll also get the first chance to see the next generation fighting to join the F1 grid.
Both F2 and Formula 3 will be kicking off their new seasons in Melbourne this weekend, with junior drivers from the majority of teams featuring in at least one of the two championships.
But it’s not just the drivers that are embarking on a new campaign. Both categories will also be making a big step forward from a technical point of view, with the introduction of a 100% advanced sustainable fuel from Aramco.
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Since 2023, F2 and F3 have been using fuel of which 55% is sourced from second generation bio components, but this year sees the next step on that journey. Not only does it show progress towards Net Zero Carbon targets, but also provides examples of what can be possible in road-going vehicles using the same technology.
As all teams use the same engines and fuels, it has been possible to introduce the change across both grids, with tweaks to the way the engines operate. It should also see slightly lower fuel consumption across a race distance, while retaining the same performance attributes.
