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Max Verstappen let his feelings be known over the new-for-2026 F1 cars
Former Haas F1 team boss Guenther Steiner downplayed Max Verstappen’s complaints about the new 2026 cars, citing significant changes in aerodynamics and power units this year. Verstappen expressed disappointment with the increased focus on managing the battery and called the new rules “anti-racing,” raising concerns about his future in F1. Steiner believes that if Verstappen has a championship-contending car, his attitude will change, and he will be eager to compete for the world title. Despite understanding Verstappen’s reluctance towards the new cars, Steiner acknowledges that the racer prefers the V10 or V12 engines of the past. However, he is confident that once Verstappen realizes his potential to win with the new technology, he will adapt and excel on the track.
