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After spearheading the Haas F1 team for the past 10 years, Guenther Steiner’s bombshell exit marks the start of a new era for the US-based outfit.
The sudden departure of Guenther Steiner as Haas team principal just before the 2024 F1 season has surprised many. Ayao Komatsu has been named as his successor, with a focus on technical and engineering strengths to improve the team’s efficiency. Owner Gene Haas believes the team has underachieved and needs a different approach. Komatsu’s background and expertise might be inspired by McLaren’s turnaround under Andrea Stella. However, there are concerns about Haas’ resources and the status of their 2024 car, particularly in terms of race pace and tyre degradation. The departure of technical director Simone Resta and the lack of a replacement is also a concern for Haas’ future development planning. With pre-season testing approaching, the timing of these changes is less than ideal.
