McLaren boss Andrea Stella feels bigger F1 engine problems can be solved – but only with a delay in changing the rules.
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has requested F1 officials to consider postponing engine changes until 2028 to address a broader issue with the regulations. The shift away from the 50-50 power split between internal combustion engines and 350kw batteries for the 2027 season has prompted discussions. Stella highlights the potential benefits of the ICE power increase and a higher harvesting rate for energy. He advocates for more extensive charging levels and fuel flow adjustments, but acknowledges the challenges in implementing such modifications by 2027. Stella emphasizes the need for finalizing these hardware adjustments before the summer break to potentially enhance the performance and efficiency of the power units in F1 from 2028 onwards.
