Red Bull boss Christian Horner calls for solution as issue could 'wreak havoc' on F1

Cutting costs has become increasingly crucial in the current economic climate, and Christian Horner has called for a review of the Formula 1 budget cap.

Specifically, Red Bull 's team principal is interested in revisiting the allowance made for cargo costs, with freight expenditure rising as a result of inflation. With F1 increasing its calendar to an unprecedented 23 races this season, teams are under more pressure than ever to deliver their wares on schedule.

Horner has warned it would "wreak havoc" on the sport if manufacturers were to lose freight or experience delays in delivering their cars and other equipment. The system has also been complicated by rising shipment costs and other logistical issues, which is where he's hoping the FIA will step in.

"It's a big challenge," the Red Bull boss told reporters ahead of Sunday's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. "We have a very complicated calendar and there are very tight timescales, and with some of the triple-headers, and double-headers coming up late in the year, obviously losing freight for a period of time could wreak havoc.

"So that's one issue that we're working, obviously, very closely with the logistic guys and Formula 1 with, but then, of course, there’s the cost element and I think freight is close to doubling this year." It's understood up to 2,000 tonnes of freight is delivered to racetracks throughout the season, and the cost of oil has spiked as a result of Russia's ongoing invasion of neighbouring Ukraine.

Concerns over freight are well-placed, too, considering we've already seen delays this season. F1 outfit Haas missed Day 1 of pre-season testing in Bahrain due to complications, while MotoGP had to cancel the first day of practice in Argentina after the