Potential utilization of renewable fuels for general internal combustion cars in the 2026 f1 engine regulations

Authors

  • Putu Wisnu Darmayasa Universitas Negeri Semarang Author
  • Fiqih Firman Syah Author
  • Wahyu Hidayat Universitas Negeri Semarang Author
  • Yudan Lutfy Fadilah Universitas Negeri Semarang Author
  • Irlan Supralan Universitas Negeri Semarang Author
  • Muchammad Irfan Rachman Universitas Negeri Semarang Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15294/jmel.v13.i2.7379

Keywords:

Automotive, Energy, Fuels, Formula 1, ; Literature Review

Abstract

In the automotive sector, which produces over 60-70% of global pollution emissions, the world faces difficulties in making the switch from fossil fuels to environmentally friendly renewable energy sources. Technology has advanced significantly, and companies such as Toyota and FiA are working to improve competitiveness and attract more manufacturers to produce hybrid cars. Reducing environmental impact and greenhouse gas emissions is the goal of the Formula 1 project, which partners with ARAMCO, one of the world's largest mining companies. Using the methodology of reviewing literature on energy-efficient fuels and adapting to Formula 1 vehicle regulations, with a special emphasis on hybrid strategies, to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Research on the use of synthetic materials in fuels such as ethanol, ethanol, butanole, dimethyl methacrylate (DMM), and oxymethylethyl (OME) 3-5 has shown promising results in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The transition to renewable energy sources is essential to reduce global pollution.

Author Biographies

  • Putu Wisnu Darmayasa, Universitas Negeri Semarang

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

  • Fiqih Firman Syah

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

  • Wahyu Hidayat, Universitas Negeri Semarang

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

  • Yudan Lutfy Fadilah, Universitas Negeri Semarang

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

  • Irlan Supralan, Universitas Negeri Semarang

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

  • Muchammad Irfan Rachman, Universitas Negeri Semarang

    4th semester student from the Automotive Engineering Education study program

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2025-05-12

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Potential utilization of renewable fuels for general internal combustion cars in the 2026 f1 engine regulations. (2025). JMEL : Journal of Mechanical Engineering Learning, 13(2), 37-42. https://doi.org/10.15294/jmel.v13.i2.7379