Pirelli sets F1 2026 compounds, abandons C6

The range of compounds for the 2026 F1 season has been set

Pirelli has set the range of compounds for the 2026 Formula 1 season. After completing an analysis following the last test session in Mexico City, the Italian company, with the approval of the FIA, has established which compounds will be homologated on 15 December, as stipulated in the technical regulations. As for tyre construction, that was finalised on 1st September, after a careful evaluation of the balance across the axles, taking into acco…

Pirelli dumps softest tyre compound over ‘impossible requirement’

Pirelli has confirmed its tyre line-up for Formula 1’s 2026 season, abandoning the softest C6 compound after determining it failed to deliver a meaningful performance gap over the C5. The post Pirelli dumps softest tyre compound over ‘impossible requirement’ appeared first on Speedcafe.com.

Verstappen gets his wish granted by Pirelli after complaints

Max Verstappen gets his wish: Pirelli have announced that they will be removing the softest compound, the C6, for the 2026 F1 season. The Dutchman previously asked for it to be 'left at home.' Followi...

C6 Is Dead: Pirelli’s Lean, Mean 2026 Tyres

F1’s tyres just went on a diet and one flavor got kicked off the menu—less fluff, more lap-time spice. For 2026, Pirelli’s serving a tighter mix with slimmer rubber, and the strategy menu might finally get tasty again. Teams are playing lab-coat guessing games to figure out what these will do, and the last taste test is almost here. Will the soft stuff still sing, or are we in for clean choices and messy pit walls? If you like your drama on four…

F1 news: Pirelli makes major F1 2026 tyre announcement as compounds confirmed

Formula 1's tyre suppliers, Pirelli, have confirmed the dry compounds that will be in place for the F1 2026 season, with new changes.