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Boullier not happy with 2016 F1 testing cuts

McLaren-Honda team boss Eric Boullier says he is not thrilled with the further reduction of testing in Formula 1. For 2016, the official pre-season programme has been cut from 12 days to just 8, while in-season testing has been axed altogether. Asked if he is happy with that, Boullier answered: 'I don't think any team would be. But everyone says that formula one is too expensive and that it (reducing testing) is a very efficient way to save money.' However, the Frenchman explained that less testing makes it harder for teams to develop — and McLaren-Honda undoubtedly has a lot of improving to do. 'Yes, it is certainly more difficult,' Boullier told Speed Week. 'Maybe we have gone a...
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