AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

F1 champion Fernando Alonso reveals shocking truth: modern cars are ‘less fun’ to drive

James Taylor by James Taylor
January 8, 2026
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 2 mins read
0
F1 champion Fernando Alonso reveals shocking truth: modern cars are ‘less fun’ to drive

Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - May 31, 2025 Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso during qualifying REUTERS/Juan Medina/Pool

F1 Champion Sounds Alarm: Modern Cars Are Just Not Fun Anymore!

In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the motorsport world, Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has openly criticized the current state of Formula 1 cars, declaring them “less fun to drive” despite groundbreaking advancements in safety and technology. The racing legend’s candid comments come at a pivotal moment as the sport gears up for a new era of competition with the 2026 regulation changes that promise to redefine the landscape of Formula 1.

The upcoming regulations will showcase a revolutionary 50-50 split between electric power and traditional internal combustion engines, alongside the introduction of 100% sustainable fuels. While these changes are hailed as a leap forward for environmental consciousness in racing, Alonso’s insights highlight a growing concern among drivers that the essence of driving thrill is being lost.

Alonso, speaking to The New York Times, acknowledged the sport’s significant strides in safety, stating, “F1 has changed for the better in terms of safety, selling the show to the public and technology.” He pointed out that modern power units now consume up to 60% less fuel than those from two decades earlier, delivering equal or even superior performance. However, he lamented, “But the fun behind the steering wheel, maybe that has taken a step backwards.”

With the new cars expected to be longer and heavier, Alonso fears that their agility and responsiveness have been compromised, making them feel less exhilarating to drive. This sentiment is echoed by fans and drivers alike who worry that the thrill of competition may be subdued in the pursuit of safety and efficiency.

As Alonso prepares for his 23rd season in Formula 1, he also reflects on his own storied career. The two-time world champion last claimed the title in 2006 and hasn’t tasted victory since 2013. Yet, undeterred, he remains optimistic about his prospects with Aston Martin, asserting, “We have everything that is needed to be competitive eventually.”

Could this be the year Alonso returns to his former glory? He exudes confidence that with the right approach, Aston Martin can rise to the challenge, regardless of when the breakthrough occurs during the season. “If it’s race one, fantastic. If it’s race four, race seven, race 11, it doesn’t matter. We will be there,” he stated, emphasizing the solid foundation of the team and its ambitious project.

The 2026 season promises to be a game-changer for F1, but will it also revive the lost joy of driving? As Alonso’s reflections spark a larger conversation about the future of the sport, fans are left to ponder: Can the thrill of racing be restored amidst the relentless march of technology and safety? The answer may redefine the very fabric of Formula 1 racing!

Stay tuned as we track Alonso’s journey back to the top and the unfolding saga of a sport at a crossroads.

Tags: 1958-formula-1-seasonAston MartinFernando Alonso
Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

Dacia surges to glory as Nasser Al-Attiyah claims thrilling Dakar Rally stage victory
Motorsports

Dacia surges to glory as Nasser Al-Attiyah claims thrilling Dakar Rally stage victory

Kin Marcin / Red Bull Content Pool

by David Castro
January 9, 2026
FIA’s explosive meeting looms as F1 engine regulations spark fierce debate over loopholes
Motorsports

FIA’s explosive meeting looms as F1 engine regulations spark fierce debate over loopholes

FIA's Special Meeting Set to Ignite Controversy Over F1 Engine Regulations! The Formula 1 world is bracing for a seismic...

by Carl Harrison
January 9, 2026
Front Row Motorsports’ bold crew chief shakeup: can Noah Gragson rise from the ashes?
Motorsports

Front Row Motorsports’ bold crew chief shakeup: can Noah Gragson rise from the ashes?

Jim Dedmon

by Harry Stone
January 9, 2026
McLaren shuns celebration in Woking: eyes set on dominating 2026 F1 season
Motorsports

McLaren shuns celebration in Woking: eyes set on dominating 2026 F1 season

McLaren Skips Celebration in Woking: All Eyes on 2026 Championship! In a shocking turn of events, McLaren Racing has decided...

by James Taylor
January 9, 2026

Recent News

Dacia surges to glory as Nasser Al-Attiyah claims thrilling Dakar Rally stage victory

Dacia surges to glory as Nasser Al-Attiyah claims thrilling Dakar Rally stage victory

January 9, 2026
FIA’s explosive meeting looms as F1 engine regulations spark fierce debate over loopholes

FIA’s explosive meeting looms as F1 engine regulations spark fierce debate over loopholes

January 9, 2026
Front Row Motorsports’ bold crew chief shakeup: can Noah Gragson rise from the ashes?

Front Row Motorsports’ bold crew chief shakeup: can Noah Gragson rise from the ashes?

January 9, 2026
McLaren shuns celebration in Woking: eyes set on dominating 2026 F1 season

McLaren shuns celebration in Woking: eyes set on dominating 2026 F1 season

January 9, 2026

Newsletter

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.