Verstappen says F1 rule changes 'a tickle'
Summary
Max Verstappen said the recent Formula 1 rule changes only make a small difference to the problems drivers have with the new cars. Other drivers like George Russell and Lando Norris think the changes are good and a step in the right direction. The updates aim to make qualifying faster and reduce big speed differences between cars during races by adjusting how the hybrid engines use electrical power.Key Facts
- The new F1 rule changes try to make qualifying more about speed and less about strategy with battery use.
- The changes also try to reduce speed differences when some cars use full electric power and others are charging their batteries.
- Verstappen called the changes "a tickle," meaning small and not enough to fix the main issues.
- Other drivers, like George Russell and Lando Norris, viewed the changes positively but want more improvements.
- The current engines use about half internal combustion and half electrical power, requiring careful energy management.
- Future fixes may include allowing more fuel flow to improve engine power, but this needs approval and can’t be done before next year.
- Some people want a return to older, simpler engines without hybrid systems, but engine makers oppose this idea.
- Verstappen has not decided if he will continue racing given the current car designs and rules.
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