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Bernie: F1 doesn’t have to be relevant to the car industry

Ex-Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone has called on the sport to return to normally aspirated engines and move away from the V6 turbo-hybrid power-units. F1 made the switch to hybrid technology in 2014 and the era has been dominated by Mercedes, with the Silver Arrows winning seven consecutive drivers' and constructors' titles. The move towards hybrid power-units was part of the sport's efforts to become more environmentally friendly and increase its road relevance. The current engine formula is currently set to remain until 2026 when the FIA plan on introducing a new set of regulations. However, Ecclestone told Motor Sport Magazine that F1 should focus on entertainment first rather than...
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