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[Saba Sports News] According to the latest revelations from international media, Formula 1 has approved new regulations through season testing. One notable aspect of the new regulations that has attracted attention is the allowance for a 10-day mule car test before the arrival of the new era of Formula 1 cars in 2026. However, all testing must be conducted on mule cars that have been modified based on cars from the past four years. Mule cars are not uncommon in F1, as they have been seen in the past aiding in development before upcoming rule changes. These cars are modified to the specifications of the year to help assess the potential impacts of the new regulations.
The primary reason for the release of these new regulations, in the opinion of the editor, is to control costs, preventing teams from unlimited investment in research and development, which could lead to resource waste and competition imbalances. Additionally, it aims to promote technological innovation in a fair environment, stimulating teams to explore more efficient and innovative technical solutions within certain limitations.