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F1 plans to return to V8 engines by 2030

Motorsport Week+ 2 moreThu 24 Sep · 16:00 UTCupdated Fri 2 Oct · 12:11 UTCHave your say
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Mattia Binotto, the boss of Audi, has confirmed that Formula 1 is moving towards a return to V8 power units, with discussions already underway regarding the new engine regulations. The proposed changes include turbocharging and limited hybrid power, marking a significant shift from the current engine setup.

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First to reportAudi boss makes F1 V8 revelation amid IndyCar-style change considerationAudi boss Mattia Binotto has revealed the plans F1 has in place to return back to the cult-classic V8 power units.Motorsport WeekThu 24 Sep · 16:00 UTCRead their report →
F1’s 2030 V8 engine: What we know about the next power unit rulesThe shape of F1's next engine era is beginning to emerge, with a V8, turbocharging and limited hybrid power all in the plans...PlanetF1Fri 25 Sep · 09:59 UTCRead →
F1 takes step closer to V8 return as fresh engine details emergeTalks are already underway regarding the sport's next engine regulation - and it seems it will be quite a dramatic change from the current set-up.RacingNews365Mon 28 Sep · 06:10 UTCRead →
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