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Bortoleto warns 2026 race starts ‘chaos' amid turbo concerns

Feb.13 Gabriel Bortoleto has highlighted fresh concerns about the complexity of Formula 1's 2026 regulations – this time over the race start procedure. Drivers have already been vocal about the energy-heavy nature of the new power units, but attention is now turning to the mechanics of getting off the line. Under the current rules, only the internal combustion engine can be used at the start, with the electric motor restricted below 50kmh. That has created an unexpected complication – the turbo reportedly requires around ten seconds at high rpm to reach its optimal operating window. Bortoleto admitted even drivers are struggling to keep track of the process. 'Oh man, it's...
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