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The Red Bull star will not give up on getting his new car going in 2026
Four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen is not a big fan of the new 2026 cars, expressing his dislike for the new chassis and power unit rules that have been introduced.
Despite meeting with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali to discuss his concerns, Verstappen maintains his criticism of the new machinery, calling them his ‘least favourite’ cars since his F1 debut in 2015.
The 2026 F1 cars are smaller, lighter, and powered by new power units, with Verstappen’s RB22 using Red Bull’s first in-house power unit in collaboration with Ford.
Verstappen’s complaints about the complexity of the new cars have raised concerns about his future in the sport, but he remains focused on adapting and pushing the limits with the new Red Bull car at the Australian Grand Prix.
Despite his reservations, Verstappen remains confident in his abilities as a driver and believes that only the best will prevail in mastering the challenges posed by the new regulations.
