Max Verstappen supports IndyCar overtaking system for F1
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
Max Verstappen expressed strong support for an IndyCar-style overtaking system during an appearance on the P1 with Matt & Tommy podcast. He criticized the direction of the upcoming 2026 Formula 1 regulations, which aim for a 50/50 power split between internal combustion engines and electric batteries. Verstappen believes these changes are misguided. The regulations are designed to promote sustainability and efficiency in racing. Discussion on this topic may shape future strategic decisions in Formula 1.
- •Verstappen appeared on the P1 podcast to share his views.
- •He criticized the 2026 F1 regulations designed for sustainability.
- •The regulations include a power split between combustion engines and batteries.
- •Discussion of an IndyCar overtaking model reflects concerns about competitiveness in F1.
- 8:46 AMMotorsport.com — Max Verstappen backs IndyCar-style overtaking system for Formula 1
- 8:46 AMYahoo Sports — Max Verstappen backs IndyCar-style overtaking system for Formula 1
"The 2026 Formula 1 regulations were supposed to usher in a new era of sustainable, hyper-efficient racing, with a massive 50/50 power split between the internal combustion engine and the electrical battery. But if you ask the grid's most ruthless competitor, the championsip is heading in the exact wrong direction. During a highly anticipated appearance on the P1 with Matt & Tommy podcast, Max ...Keep reading
"Max Verstappen reveals the exact old-school feature he would bring back to fix modern Formula 1 forever
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External links- Motorsport.comOct 6, 2026, 8:46 AMMax Verstappen backs IndyCar-style overtaking system for Formula 1
The 2026 Formula 1 regulations were supposed to usher in a new era of sustainable, hyper-efficient racing, with a massive 50/50 power split between the internal combustion engine and the electrical battery. But if you ask the grid's most ruthless competitor, the championsip is heading in the exact wrong direction. During a highly anticipated appearance on the P1 with Matt & Tommy podcast, Max ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsOct 6, 2026, 8:46 AMMax Verstappen backs IndyCar-style overtaking system for Formula 1
Max Verstappen reveals the exact old-school feature he would bring back to fix modern Formula 1 forever
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