With a cost restriction in place, Formula 1 should consider loosening its technical regulations, according to McLaren CEO Zak Brown.
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In order to level the playing field and make sure that the high-spending teams would not have an unfair edge, a budget cap was introduced beginning in 2021. Brown believes that now that the system is operational, consideration should be given to fostering further creativity in the technical rules. He advises that F1 executives loosen up on other regulations as there is no threat of a spending war breaking out. Brown remarked, “I believe we have too many regulations even while the costs are capped. “If you had a cost cap, I would nearly go the other direction, which is to say, do everything you want. Have six wheels if that’s what you desire. However, this is the amount you must pay.
Brown thinks that allowing the team more latitude to consider out-of-the-box concepts would encourage fresh thinking throughout the series and ensure that the vehicles had unique looks. I don’t understand why the rules have to be so stringent, he said. “In my opinion, if you have a cost cap, the way you are regulated should actually allow for more technological freedom within the cost cap. “I believe that would lead to increased creativity and risk-taking. The cars’ appearances would differ much further. You currently have two rules: everything must look exactly like that and you are not allowed to spend more than that. Simply stop spending money and fulfil your desires.
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F1 and the FIA have made it abundantly clear, though, that one of the reasons the existing technical standards are so strict is that they must make sure that teams don’t create vehicles in a way that detracts from the race. When asked if his proposal presented a risk to the show, Brown responded, “It may. However, I believe it would spur more invention. And I believe everyone would benefit from one another’s knowledge. “It was similar to Brawn’s 2009 double diffuser. Although they had a terrific head start, things had evened out by the end of the year. I believe you could understand that. “That, in my opinion, is a fascinating aspect of the sport. However, that would be the danger.
