How McLaren tweaked its steering wheel for F1's 2026 hybrid era
McLaren has redesigned its steering wheel interface to better manage the complex energy systems of the 2026 Formula 1 car. Autosport reveals the specific changes to button layout, rotary switches, and display information that help drivers optimise battery deployment and active aerodynamics modes during a race. The evolution of steering wheel design reflects the broader shift in how drivers interact with their increasingly sophisticated machinery.
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