Formula 1 is set to discuss potential tweaks to its complex power-unit regulations in meetings this week, focusing on energy management issues that have frustrated drivers. The current rules create a 50-50 split between internal combustion and electrical power, leading to situations where cars are "energy starved" and drivers must "lift and coast" during qualifying laps.

These regulations have produced some exciting on-track battles with drivers swapping positions multiple times, but critics argue the overtakes are often artificial when one car has electrical power to deploy and another does not. Four-time champion Max Verstappen has gone as far as to admit he's considering his future in the sport because he no longer finds driving the cars enjoyable. The current system also creates significant 500bhp speed differentials between cars deploying and recovering energy, raising safety concerns.

The discussions will focus on technical complexities that prevent drivers from expressing their full abilities. One proposed change involves allowing cars to recover energy at the maximum 350kw rate even when on full throttle, rather than the current 250kw limit. Senior figures believe the overly intricate rules with unnecessary controls over engine management will need to be simplified to address these issues effectively.