From the dawn of the 21st century to today: dramatic rivalries, hybrid power, cost caps and a global boom in Formula 1.
Michael Schumacher wins his seventh world title, capping Ferrari’s early 2000s dominance.
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Brawn GP, born from Honda’s ashes, stuns the grid with Jenson Button’s championship.
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Turbo‑hybrid V6 engines debut; Mercedes begins its long run of titles with Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
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A fierce title fight between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton ends controversially in Abu Dhabi, ushering in a new era.
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F1 introduces ground‑effect cars to encourage closer racing and overtaking:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
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Formula 1 pushes toward net‑zero carbon by 2030, introduces sustainable fuels, and plans a major engine regulation change for 2026.
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Since 2014, F1’s hybrid power units have delivered unmatched efficiency and power:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}. The 2022 ground‑effect rules revived close racing, and 2026 will bring new engines powered by synthetic sustainable fuels.
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Alonso vs. Schumacher (2005–06) — youth toppled a legend.
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Hamilton vs. Vettel (2017–18) — a classic Mercedes vs Ferrari duel.
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Hamilton vs. Verstappen (2021) — perhaps the fiercest battle of recent times.
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Formula 1 pledges to be net‑zero carbon by 2030, using 100% sustainable fuels and greener logistics. The 2026 regulations aim to cut fuel use by 50% while maintaining the same power output.