Manual Override
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In the development process of the 2026 regulations, this term refers to what is currently known as 'Overtake Mode.' It is a feature designed to allow a car within a certain time gap of the car ahead to use additional electrical energy to attempt an overtaking maneuver. In current F1, the term 'Overtake Mode' is used to aid fan and broadcast understanding.
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Frequently asked questions
What function did 'Manual Override' refer to in the 2026 F1 regulations?
It referred to the concept of allowing a driver who met the proximity condition to the car ahead to use additional electrical-energy deployment to assist an overtaking attempt.
Was Manual Override the same as the old DRS?
It served a similar purpose of creating overtaking opportunities, but unlike the old DRS, which reduced drag by opening the rear wing, it relied on additional electrical-energy deployment.
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