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F1 : Reports - Smaller Formula 1 teams push for delay in 2014 turbo charged V6 rules E-mail
Monday, 21 May 2012 10:13
Many Formula One teams are reportedly pushing the FIA to delay the introduction of new engine regulations.

All new turbo V6 rules are currently scheduled to debut in 2014, but Germany's Auto Motor und Sport and Italy's Autosprint say some of the midfield teams are opposed on cost grounds.

"It is being heard from sources at (engine suppliers) Mercedes, Ferrari and Renault that the development of the turbo V6 is more expensive than expected," said the German report.

"Since no limit for the engine renting costs from 2014 has been set, the (small) teams fear that they will incur additional costs."

Currently, each non-works team pays about 8 million Euros for 16 normally aspirated V8 engines and a few test engines, and up to 5 million for KERS.

Another factor is the speed of the Formula 1 cars, which is already beginning to be rivalled by the junior GP2 category. The new V6 turbo engines will be about 25kg heavier.

Italy's Autosprint speculated that the dispute could mean the V8s stick around in Formula 1 for "one or two more seasons".

F1SA.com

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