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Max Verstappen has shared his pride at how far the Red Bull power unit project has already come, but he does see “plenty of room for improvement.”
Max Verstappen expressed his satisfaction with the organization and performance of the new engine and team members. He emphasized feeling positive about the testing in Bahrain and praised the team for the successful development of the power unit. The RB22 exceeded expectations during pre-season, showcasing the progress of the technical partnership with Ford. Despite the optimistic outlook, Verstappen acknowledged the need for improvement in power unit correlation. He highlighted the complexity of the regulations and the ongoing efforts to enhance performance in various areas, particularly in engine optimization. Verstappen identified correlation as a key area for improvement, emphasizing the importance of considering temperature and ambient conditions in engine performance.
