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Renault: F1 needs to find better engine/chassis balance

Renault Managing Director Cyril Abiteboul reckons the sport needs to find a better balance between engine and chassis importance, believing too much rests on the former under current regulations. Aerodynamic prowess was desired in the early part of the decade but overhauled technical regulations in 2014 placed a greater emphasis on the strength of the new power units. Mercedes dominated Formula 1 between 2014 and 2016 but has been joined at the front this year by Ferrari, with the duo comfortably clear of the chasing pack, led by the Renault-powered Red Bull outfit. Formula 1 intends to introduce cheaper, simpler and noisier engines in future years, though major changes will not take place...
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