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F1 rivals play down loss of engine manufacturer Renault

Aug.6 Rival teams have played down the likely loss of Renault as a works engine manufacturer in Formula 1. The French carmaker is in the process of re-jigging the purpose of the F1 engine facility at Viry-Chatillon – and in talks with potential customer power unit suppliers for 2026 and beyond. 'I think it's always bad news when you lose an OEM,' RB team boss Laurent Mekies said. 'Obviously, one of the big targets of these new regulations for 2026 was to attract more OEMs. 'So ultimately, if it goes, it means that we'll get plus one with Audi and minus one with Alpine. It's not good news, but luckily it comes at a time where there are many manufacturers in Formula 1. So I would say...
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