Les pilotes de Formule 1 ont donné leur avis sur le passage convenu d'une répartition 50-50 à une répartition 60-40 entre la puissance thermique et électrique à partir de l'année prochaine.
Ce changement intervient dans un contexte de critiques persistantes sur le règlement technique du sport concernant la qualité des courses et la sécurité. Plusieurs pilotes ont qualifié cette décision de positive, tout en notant que des limites subsistent.
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Max Verstappen has welcomed an agreement in principle to adjust Formula 1 power units toward a 60-40 split between internal combustion engines and electric power starting in 2027. The four-time world champion said the shift represents meaningful progress after discussions with the FIA and Formula 1. He added that the changes increase the likelihood he will remain in the sport beyond this season.
Formula 1's governing body is pursuing a compromise on 2027 engine rules that could involve reducing distances at select races.
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Former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has criticized Formula 1's new power unit regulations, pointing to flaws in the 50:50 split between internal combustion engine and electrical power. Speaking to ORF, he highlighted energy management issues and safety concerns from the Japanese Grand Prix. Marko anticipates adjustments following upcoming stakeholder meetings.
FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis has called for cost reductions in the next Formula 1 engine formula to lessen the sport's dependence on automotive manufacturers. Speaking ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, he echoed F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, stressing the need to protect F1 from shifting market priorities. Tombazis highlighted changes in the political landscape since the 2026 regulations were set.
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Lando Norris has criticised the energy management demands of Formula 1’s 2026 technical regulations, saying battery handling requires too much skill even on cool-down laps.
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone has cautioned that the sport's 2026 regulations risk alienating fans by shifting focus from drivers to engineers. He expressed concerns in interviews, highlighting potential confusion at the season's start and unfavorable rules for drivers like Max Verstappen. Current F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali counters that the changes are essential for sustainability.
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Formula 1 drivers have criticized aspects of the 2026 regulations following the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, particularly energy management affecting qualifying and on-track battles. Alpine's Pierre Gasly called for tweaks but pushed back against excessive negativity, while McLaren's Lando Norris and Williams' Alexander Albon detailed specific issues. A review meeting is planned next week ahead of the Miami race.