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Andretti fearful over new engine sound

– Former World Champion Mario Andretti has expressed fears over the potential sound of turbocharged 1.6-litre V6 engines, being introduced to the sport next season amid a series of regulation changes. The American had first-hand experience of the initial turbo era during the 1970s and 1980s, but is worried that the new powertrains, capped at 15,000rpm, will lack in comparison to the recent V8 units. "I'm so in love with the sound of Formula 1 today and I'm afraid we're going to lose that," Andretti, who started 128 races in the top echelon, explained to GPUpdate.net. "I know that's a very shallow statement to some degree but there's the romantic side to it. I was...
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