Doc 46 - New PU elements for this Competition
Technical/Scrutineering
Technical Delegate's Report: New PU Elements
During the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, the FIA Formula 1 Technical Delegate, Manuel Leal, reported the introduction of several new Power Unit (PU) elements for the remainder of the competition. All elements used are within the limits allowed by the 2026 Formula One Sporting Regulations.
Summary of New Elements
| No. | Driver | Car | Element | Previously Used | Max Allowed (2026) | Sporting Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | Alexander Albon | Williams Mercedes | ES (Energy Store) | 1 | 3 | Article B8.2.2 d) |
| 23 | Alexander Albon | Williams Mercedes | PU-CE (Control Electronics) | 1 | 3 | Article B8.2.2 e) |
| 01 | Lando Norris | McLaren Mercedes | MGU-K (Motor Generator Unit-Kinetic) | 1 | 3 | Article B8.2.2 f) |
| 11 | Sergio Perez | Cadillac Ferrari | PU-ANC (Power Unit Ancillary Component) | 2 | 6 | Article B8.2.2 g) |
Note: Since all newly introduced elements do not exceed the maximum allowed allocation for the 2026 season, no grid penalties are applied for these changes.