India, April 16 -- The debate surrounding the F1 2026 regulations has intensified as McLaren's Lando Norris officially voiced his frustrations, labelling a key aspect of the new power units a "major flaw." Following a strategic tussle at the Japanese Grand Prix, Norris revealed that the automated battery deployment in the 2026-spec cars is stripping drivers of tactical agency. The new regulations dictate a near 50-50 split between internal combustion and electric power, but Norris warns that the current execution makes it impossible for drivers to defend positions effectively. Speaking to McLaren's official website, the Briton explained that the system often triggers at the wrong time, leaving the car vulnerable when it matters most.

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