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On this day in 2003, FIA President Max Mosley warned against the increase in manufacturer F1 teams — a trend that he successfully predicted.
FIA President Max Mosley issued a warning in 2003 that F1’s reliance on manufacturers could be risky. Seven major car manufacturers were involved at the time, bringing resources and sophistication, but also imbalances. Mosley highlighted the threat of manufacturers leaving the sport, unlike independent teams. He emphasized the stability and core role of independent teams in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. Manufacturers’ potential unpredictability posed a challenge to the championship’s sustainability, a concern Mosley saw on the horizon.
