More Than Speed: Formula 1, Sustainability and the Danish Mindset

A chat with Kevin Magnussen on racing, innovation and staying grounded

In this episode of Intellis Talks Tech, we catch up with Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen for a conversation that goes far beyond the racetrack. It’s not just about speed and trophies. From the future of hybrid engines to raising a child in Denmark, Kevin reflects on how technology, personal values and purpose come together in his world.

He walks us through the sweeping changes coming to Formula 1, including the shift to power units running on 50 percent electric energy from 2026. But this isn’t just a technical upgrade. It’s a sign of how F1 is becoming a testbed for energy efficiency, road safety, and smarter mobility far beyond the circuit.

Still, this isn’t a tech-heavy talk. Kevin also opens up about the fine line between luck and talent, the pressure of expectations, and the way the sport has evolved since he first joined. He talks frankly about life’s ups and downs in the F1 spotlight and why, even with the lure of higher pay elsewhere, Denmark is where he wants his daughter to grow up.

Some clear themes run through the conversation: balancing drive with values, managing the pull between global fame and local roots, and holding onto a sense of who you are, even when the world around you is moving at 300 kilometres an hour.

About Kevin Magnussen

Kevin Magnussen is a Danish Formula 1 driver with the Haas F1 Team. Since his debut with McLaren in 2014, he’s earned a name for bold moves on the track and a no-nonsense attitude off it. Beyond racing, Kevin is a committed father and a strong believer in keeping life balanced. He often speaks about the value of staying rooted in Danish culture, even as his career takes him around the globe. In a world driven by split-second decisions, Kevin brings something rare: a mix of performance, perspective and personality.

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