Verstappen, here we go again: “If they block the rule change for 2027, I’ll leave F1”

2027 engine rules, what chaos As reported in recent days, the FIA ​​plan announced on May 8th for a change to the current F1 regulations is gradually foundering.
An agreement had been reached in principle between the Federation, FOM, teams and engineers, but in subsequent talks cracks emerged that were difficult to overcome. Some engine engineers have complained about the extra costs to be incurred to redesign the current power units to guarantee a greater flow of fuel, others have underlined how the ADUO mechanism risks turning out to be a boomerang with this decision, while several teams have no intention of modifying the chassis to install larger tanks.
In short, the 60:40 split between thermal and electric for 2027 already seems to be a mirage and the parties seem inclined to divert it to 2028. Verstappen is furious: “Then I’ll leave!” After qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen took a harsh stand on what is happening, although he had declared just yesterday morning that he intended to stay in F1 in 2027 “unless incredible things happen and they keep their word”. Well, these incredible things really seem to be about to happen. Max did not at all like the possible hypothesis of postponing the 60:40 by a year: “If things continue like this, it promises to be a long and difficult next year, which I don’t want. For me, it’s simply mentally unsustainable to continue like this. Really, it’s impossible.”
In short, Verstappen has once again raised the possibility of leaving F1: “A sabbatical and coming back in 2028? No. There are many other fun things to do outside of here.” Click here to add Formula Passion as your favorite source on Google Discover: you will find our content more easily!

Automobile Magazine – F1 English News , 2026-05-24 16:53:00