Vettel: Miami rule tweaks must restore adrenaline to F1

Sebastian Vettel welcomed the latest rule tweaks introduced at the Miami Grand Prix, saying they could restore the adrenaline that has been missing from modern F1 racing. He warned that without the sport’s core DNA – the fastest driver in the fastest car – fans and drivers alike will lose interest.

Why it matters:

Driver excitement is the heart of Formula 1. Energy‑harvesting limits make overtakes feel artificial, turning the sport into a tech showcase. Restoring genuine full‑throttle racing keeps the appeal, engages fans and preserves safety.

The details:

• Qualifying recharge limit reduced from 8 MJ to 7 MJ, limiting aggressive harvesting.
• Peak super‑clip power increased to 350 kW for more outright speed in qualifying.
• Boost power capped at +150 kW during races, curbing artificial acceleration.
• Low‑power start detection auto‑deploys MGU‑K to aid drivers off the line and cut start‑related incidents.
• Overall aim: keep battery use low in qualifying and reduce high‑G crash risk.

What's next:

If the tweaks bring the promised full‑throttle feel, drivers will leave the car buzzing with adrenaline – exactly what Vettel wants fans to see. F1 will also press ahead with sustainable fuels, a step Vettel applauds. The coming races will reveal if performance, safety and sustainability can coexist without losing the sport’s core excitement.