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Earlier this month, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said F1 should consider returning to conventional engines powered by sustainable fuels. Some consider this a great option, while others are not open to such ideas, considering them harmful to F1.
From next year, Formula 1 cars will use fully synthetic fuel as part of a rule change that will bring a new powertrain. The cars will have a 50/50 split between the V6 internal combustion engine and the MGU-K electric motor.
However, Christian Horner, whose Red Bull team will enter a new era with Ford-backed engines, would prefer V10 engines to return in the future. As a man with many years of experience on the big stage, Horner has a different understanding of the future.
"Personally, from a sporting point of view, when I think about the future Formula 1 engine after this next generation, I think that, especially with the development of sustainable fuel, it opens up many possibilities."
"Unplanned, we ended up with a very expensive and very complex engine from 2026 onwards. The pure enthusiast in me would love a return to the V10, but in a responsible way, using sustainable fuel.”
"If it was reintroduced - the sound of the races would be incredible, it's an interesting concept that should definitely be considered after the current set of rules."
Return of the V10 engine
The earliest possible return of the V10 engine to F1 would be in 2030, and support for a naturally aspirated engine without a turbocharger is also growing. We would have to wait a few more years, but some are ready to wait if this really becomes a reality in the F1 world.
Posting on social media last week, Ben Sulayem said: "This week, the launch of F1 in London has sparked many positive discussions about the future of the sport."
"As we await the introduction of the 2026 chassis and powertrain rules, we must also lead the future technology trends in motorsport."
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