P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen brought up Formula E in recent comments in Bahrain, now he has been offered a test in its new car.
Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds has invited Max Verstappen to test its Gen4 car “anywhere” following Verstappen’s remarks in Bahrain.
Verstappen compared the new F1 cars to “Formula E on steroids” due to the focus on energy management during the Bahrain tests.
Verstappen’s criticism of the new F1 regulations echoed sentiments expressed by Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso.
A common concern is the need for lift and coast tactics during push laps, a departure from traditional F1 racing.
Dodds didn’t view Verstappen’s comments as negative, instead seeing them as a reflection of the racing style the Dutchman prefers.
Dodds highlighted the potential for increased speed and racing freedom in Formula E’s future generations, contrasting it with the potential slowdown in Formula 1 from added electric components.
