The F1 engine changes for 2027 season will see engine energy being spilt 60-40 in favour of internal combustion and electrical energy, allowing drivers to push through corners and following straight without being penalised.

F1 agrees to engine changes for 2027 season amid drivers' concern

The Red Bull phenom has been vocal about how new F1 2026 rules, which have made it mandatory for nearly 50 percent of car's energy to be electric, have made it difficult and boring for the drivers. The F1 management, however, made some tweaks to the rules to address drivers' discontentment.

F1 2026 | Defending champion Lando Norris says Verstappen quitting 'would be shame for sport'

The race was first of the qualifiers for ADAC 24h Nürburgring and the accident, involving seven cars, happened at the Klostertal section of the Nordschleife - a tight stretch of the circuit with sharp corners and barriers - making it a nightmare for the drivers.

Who was Juha Miettinen? 66-year-old driver dies in seven-car crash in Nurgurging race featuring Max Verstappen

The F1 2026 cars have 50-50 engine power split between electrical energy and internal combustion. Verstappen has been a vocal critic of these changes, even suggesting on more than one occasion that he is 'considering his future' in Formula 1 owing to the quality of cars.

'He must respect weight of voice': F1 chief Stefano Domenicali cautions but acknowledges Max Verstappen's concerns

Lambiase has worked with Verstappen since the Dutchman, who won the last of his quartet of world titles in 2024, joined Red Bull a decade ago. His impending exit raises more questions about Verstappen, who hinted during last month's race in Japan that he is ready to quit Formula One. 

Formula One: Verstappen on his way out of Red Bull? Lambiase exit rumour fuels speculation

Verstappen, competing in GT3 class,  in a Mercedes car run by Winward team at Nürburgring in Germany during four-hour and 24.358km race, won by 2 seconds. The reason for disqualification was Verstappen using seven set of tyres instead of the permissible limit of six.

Verstappen finally wins but gets disqualified in Germany by no fault of his

After finishing sixth in the season opener Australian Grand Prix on March 8, Verstappen failed to complete Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday (Mar 15). Mercedes, on the other hand, finished 1-2 in both races, while Ferrari finished 3-4.

F1 2026: Mercedes boss Wolff blames 'horrendous to drive' car for Verstappen's horror show

Antonelli had already made history on Saturday (Mar 15)  by becoming the youngest pole-sitter in Formula One and converted that pole position into victory after both McLaren cars failed to start the race in Shanghai.

Kimi Antonelli sets record as F1’s second-youngest race winner

The major concern among the drivers is 50-50 split of internal combustion and battery-driven electrical power in the engine. Beacuse of this new powertrain, the drivers need to make sure that the batter is fully charged on certain areas of he track to ensure optimal performance.

F1 2026 | Red Bull's Max Verstappen 'doesn't want to leave' but 'not enjoying' either

Joe Verstappen, Max's father, had said that Horner was driving people apart in the team before he was let go. The media reports, meanwhile, claimed that Horner's exit came as an attempt to sign Max a deal with the deal F1 racing team.

Formula 1: Drive to Survive - Christian Horner reveals Max Verstappen's role in Red Bull exit in Netflix series

Unlike the previous seasons, the Formula One 2026 season will offer new thrills with new rules set to take centre stage. Here’s a detailed look at new norms, rule changes and other key changes in the 2026 Formula One season.

Formula One: What is active aero, low-drag mode and why upcoming season is different from previous editions

The concern among the drivers is super clipping' - in some cases, when a driver is at full throttle, the part of engine which is responsible for kinetic energy recovery, steps in to run power unit and works against the existing power and means the car's speed drops despite foot on the pedal.

'That's the reason': F1 boss clears air about Max Verstappen's participation in upcoming season

Norris becomes Britain's first world champion since Lewis Hamilton in 2020 with this 13th drivers' crown for McLaren.

Lando Norris crowned champion despite Max Verstappen's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix win

The Yas Marina Circuit has hosted multiple dramatic endings, and tonight promises another one. Long straights favour Red Bull’s strengths, while the technical final sector suits McLaren. 

'Norris vs Verstappen vs Piastri': The thrilling math behind Formula 1's title decider in Abu Dhabhi tonight

At the time of writing on Monday (Dec 1), McLaren’s Norris leads the standings with 408 points while Verstappen is second with 396 points. Norris’s teammate Piastri is third with 392 points and is also in the race to win the title. 

Formula One title scenarios: Here's all you need to know as Norris, Verstappen & Piastri battle out in Abu Dhabi GP

With a 25-lap limit on tyre stints in place for the high-speed Qatar event due to concerns over wear, which effectively made it a two-stop race, lap seven was conveniently the earliest point in the 57-lap race at which drivers could pit and then complete 2 equal stints of 25 laps to finish.

Explained: McLaren's blunder in Qatar GP that could cost Lando Norris F1 title

Red Bull's Max Verstappen kept the wheels on his quest for a fifth successive crown after pole-sitter Piastri finished second and standings leader Norris came only fourth.

Formula One: Max Verstappen wins Qatar GP to set up grand finale in Abu Dhabi

At the time of writing on Saturday (Nov 29), after the Qatar GP sprint race, Lando Norris leads with 396 points and has two races remaining. Oscar Piastri sits second with 374 points, while third-placed Max Verstappen is on 371 points. 

Explained: Here's how Lando Norris can win Formula One 2025 title in Qatar GP

Four-time champion Max Verstappen came home fourth for Red Bull ahead of team-mate Yuki Tsunoda and teenage rookie Kimi Antonelli in the second Mercedes.

Formula One: Oscar Piastri keeps title hopes alive with cool victory in Qatar sprint

At the time of writing on Friday (Nov 28), Norris leads the standings with 390 points while Piastri is second with 366 points. Joining Piastri on the same number of points is Verstappen, who also has 366 points and was handed a wildcard entry into the title race. 

Explained: How McLaren star Lando Norris can seal F1 title in Qatar GP

As things stand, there are only 60 points up for grabs, meaning only the top three have a realistic chance of winning the Formula One 2025 title. No driver outside the top four can win the Formula One title in 2025 as they are mathematically out of the race.

Updated Formula One scenarios: Here's all you need to know as Max Verstappen gets wildcard entry into title race

After the Las Vegas GP, Lando Norris leads the title race with 408 points and has a maximum of 60 points (25*2 = 50 points for race winner, 1*2 = 2 points for fastest lap, 8 points for sprint race) to play with. 

Formula One scenarios: Here's all you need to know as title race heads for grandstand finish

Red Bull ace Verstappen pounced on a slip by pole-sitter Norris on the first turn of Sin City's street circuit to grab the lead and controlled the race thereafter to claim the 69th Grand Prix win of his career, finishing more than 20 seconds clear.

Formula One: Max Verstappen wins Las Vegas Grand Prix, Lando Norris closes on crown

As things stand, including the Sao Paulo main race, there are four races, including a sprint race in Qatar. Adding extra point to the tally for the fastest race, the remaining four races constitute 112 points (25*4 points + 4 points for fastest lap + 8 points for sprint race).

Can Max Verstappen still retain F1 title ahead of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris? Here's what stats say

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F1 agrees to engine changes for 2027 season amid drivers' concern

F1 2026 | Lando Norris says Verstappen quitting 'would be shame for sport'

66-year-old driver dies in car crash in Nurgurging race featuring Verstappen

F1 chief Stefano Domenicali cautions but acknowledges Max Verstappen's concerns

F1: Verstappen on his way out of Red Bull? Lambiase exit rumour fuels rumours

Verstappen finally wins but gets disqualified in Germany by no fault of his

F1 2026: Mercedes boss blames 'horrendous to drive' car for Verstappen's horror

Kimi Antonelli sets record as F1’s second-youngest race winner

F1 2026 | Max Verstappen 'doesn't want to leave' but 'not enjoying' either

Ex-Red Bull boss Christian Horner reveals Max Verstappen's role in exit

F1: What is active aero, low-drag mode and why upcoming season is different

F1 boss clears air about Max Verstappen's participation in upcoming season

Lando Norris crowned champion despite Max Verstappen's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix win

'Norris vs Verstappen vs Piastri': The thrilling math behind Formula 1's title decider in Abu Dhabhi tonight

Formula One title scenarios: Here's all you need to know ahead of Abu Dhabi GP

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Formula One: Max Verstappen wins Qatar GP to set up grand finale in Abu Dhabi

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Updated Formula One scenarios: Here's all you need to know after Las Vegas GP

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F1: Max Verstappen wins Las Vegas Grand Prix, Lando Norris closes on F1 crown

Can Verstappen still retain F1 title ahead of McLaren duo? Here's what stats say