+0.060 Driving the 2026 F1 Car: Boost vs Overtake Mode Explained

How will the 2026 F1 regulations actually change the racing? We jumped into Assetto Corsa to test the new 2026 car physics, energy deployment strategies, and the controversial "No Deploy" button.In this episode, we break down the massive changes to the Power Unit, the difference between the new Overtake and Boost modes, and how tracks like Monaco and Spa will drive completely differently with reduced downforce and higher torque. We also analyze the new energy limits and what they mean for defending position.0:00 - Testing 2026 F1 Physics in Assetto Corsa0:34 - The "No Deploy" Button & Charging Strategy2:01 - Race Start Launch Maps: Spa vs Barcelona4:49 - 2026 Power Unit: Energy Recovery Issues7:22 - Baku Strategy & DRS Deployment8:44 - New Rules: Overtake Mode vs. Boost Mode12:06 - The 4MJ Energy Limit Problem14:19 - Will 2026 Cars Survive Monaco?16:18 - Managing Tire Deg & High Torque17:35 - The Melbourne Chicane Debate19:58 - Season Kickoff & Watch Along Plans🔔 Subscribe for more F1 technical analysis and race watch-alongs!#F12026 #AssettoCorsa #F1Technical #Formula1 #SimRacing