Pierre Gasly calls for review amid "too much negativity" over new F1 regulations

Pierre Gasly has voiced concern over the growing dissatisfaction surrounding Formula 1’s new power unit regulations, warning that the current climate risks overshadowing the sport.

Driver frustration over energy deployment

The latest regulations have introduced stricter limitations on energy harvesting and deployment, forcing drivers to adopt a different approach behind the wheel. A key issue has emerged at the end of long straights, where cars lose speed as battery deployment runs out, creating what many have described as a "yo-yo" effect during racing.

Gasly, however, believes the discourse has become overly negative.

“Honestly, I find there's a bit too much negativity around it and I don't like that,” Gasly told media, including RacingNews365.

At the heart of his concern is a feeling that drivers are being stripped of influence.

“I really think that we still take too much away from the drivers. When you're driving in sector 1 [at Suzuka] and you've got a certain grip, it doesn't really matter.
The battery, all these things, you've still got to be at the limit of the grip you get given.”

His comments underline a broader frustration: despite the growing complexity of energy management, the fundamental task remains unchanged — extracting the maximum from the available grip.

Call for review during April break

Despite his criticism, Gasly made it clear he shares the concerns raised by others regarding battery management on the straights.

“Definitely, I agree with what others are feeling, the straight with the battery management, etc. I believe in F1, I think we all agree,” he said. “We all see the same stuff. We all speak the same language. We all want the sport to be as good as it can be. I'm sure we'll do what's best.”

Rather than allowing frustration to fester, Gasly believes the upcoming break offers an opportunity for reflection and improvement.

“It's a bit of a review. I'm sure [during the] break everyone's going to make the best of it to try to get the F1 in better shape.”

In Gasly’s view, the focus should now shift from criticism to constructive action — ensuring the regulations evolve in a way that protects both performance and the quality of racing.