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FIA's 'alternative' engine rejected by F1 commission
The FIA's plan to introduce a cheap, independent engine for the 2017 season took a hit on Tuesday when it was rejected by the Formula One Commission. The governing body has proposed that F1 adopt an alternative engine, based on a 2.5-litre, twin-turbo V6, producing roughly 900hp, which will be run alongside the current hybrid-V6 power units but at a grealty reduced cost. It's aimed at giving those struggling financially an escape from the current power units, which cost around £18 million ($26m) annually. Whilst also providing Red Bull with an answer to its struggle to source a competitive engine. However the idea has hit strong opposition from both Ferrari and Mercedes in...
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