Formula E leader criticizes Formula 1 for imitation attempts

Formula E co-founder Alberto Longo has criticized Formula 1 for aligning its regulations more closely with the all-electric series, asserting that F1 should remain true to its core principles. With F1’s recent technical overhaul, including increased reliance on electric power units, drivers have drawn comparisons to Formula E, prompting backlash from some like Max Verstappen. Longo, while a fan of F1, believes the changes could detract from its spectacle and emphasizes that Formula E’s approach is distinct, aiming to serve as a testing ground for electric racing technology.

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