Tech Show: Our verdict on the 2022-2025 rules - and where F1's next regulations have gone wrong
The Race F1 Podcast
2025/12/18
Tech Show: Our verdict on the 2022-2025 rules - and where F1's next regulations have gone wrong
Tech Show: Our verdict on the 2022-2025 rules - and where F1's next regulations have gone wrong

The Race F1 Podcast
2025/12/18
In the final episode of The Race F1 Tech Show for 2025, Gary Anderson dissects the impact of recent regulation changes and explores what’s next for Formula 1 as the sport stands on the brink of a new technical era. With insights from a legendary technical director and a look at how cutting-edge AI is shaping team performance, this episode bridges engineering philosophy with real-world innovation.
Gary Anderson critiques the 2022–2025 F1 regulations for failing to deliver better racing despite ambitious goals, pointing to persistent issues like porpoising, aerodynamic inefficiency, and design convergence due to overly prescriptive rules. He advocates for simpler, more flexible regulations—suggesting smaller, lighter cars and mid-cycle updates instead of full overhauls. The lack of geometry adjustments by the FIA and missed opportunities like active suspension are examined, alongside bold ideas such as reverse grid races to incentivize turbulence-resilient designs. Meanwhile, Williams’ collaboration with Atlassian using AI-powered Rovo demonstrates how digital transformation enhances knowledge sharing and operational efficiency, contributing to measurable track success. The discussion underscores that true progress lies not in complexity, but in smart, adaptive regulation and technology integration that serves both competition and innovation.
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A 50-millimeter step on car sides could significantly reduce downforce and improve racing.
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The FIA should issue annual regulation updates by July 1st for implementation the following season to improve competition.
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The 2022 rules caused porpoising and hurt overtaking despite good intentions.
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Regulations should be updated by July for next January without changing the core concept
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86% increase in Rovo searches shows rapid adoption and value
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Motor racing should not be complicated with invisible technologies like active suspension or inerters.
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Reverse grid races could force teams to develop cars better in turbulence