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Max Verstappen believes the FIA can make a simple change to improve F1 after his “anti-racing” comments to describe the 2026 rules.
Max Verstappen believes the FIA should eliminate the battery systems in F1 and avoid merging with Formula E. He criticized F1’s new 2026 rules, where the power units rely on a 50-50 split between internal combustion and battery power. Verstappen finds the new formula “anti-racing” and too similar to “Formula E on steroids,” hinting at a possible early exit from F1 due to his dissatisfaction with the regulations. While Formula E is introducing a more powerful car for next season, Verstappen wants F1 and Formula E to remain distinct and not converge in their formulas. He asserts that freedom of speech allows him to express his opinions openly and honestly, regardless of any potential pushback from F1 or the FIA.
