Max Verstappen says that it wasn’t his intention to “put Renault down” in his criticism of its engine throughout the 2018 campaign. Verstappen was often heard expressing his disgruntlement over the outfit’s inability to match the power units of Mercedes and Ferrari.
Red Bull opted to split from Renault for Honda units for the 2019 season. The Japanese manufacturer has worked with Red Bull’s junior squad, Toro Rosso, throughout the 2018 season.
The Renault units not only proved to have a pace disadvantage compare to its rivals, but it also lagged behind in terms of reliability. But Verstappen claims that his comments were not made in order to make Renault look bad.