Verstappen hints at F1 stay with racing set to go 'back to normal'
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- Max Verstappen said after the Japanese Grand Prix that the planned engine rule changes for 2025 would make racing “almost back to normal” and increase his desire to stay in F1.
- F1, FIA and engine manufacturers have agreed in principle to increase the internal‑combustion‑engine’s fuel flow while cutting the electric power share, aiming to lessen energy‑management demands.
- Lando Norris praised the proposed shift, calling it a “great direction” that all drivers want.
- Oscar Piastri described the move as “a step in the right direction, but it’s not fixed.”
- George Russell said the changes would prevent cars from losing power on straights during recharge mode, calling the effect “positive” but uncertain.
Why it matters: Drivers and teams gain a more engaging product as the rule changes restore power balance, while fans enjoy closer racing; engine manufacturers must adjust designs to meet higher ICE fuel flow, potentially altering development budgets.
