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FIA Single Seaters Director Nikolas Tombazis has revealed a stance from the F1 governing body over the future power of power unit manufacturers.
FIA Single Seaters Director Nikolas Tombazis recently disclosed the Formula 1 governing body’s stance on the future power of power unit manufacturers.
The 2026 power unit regulations, seen as the dawn of a new era, were the result of six years of development to prepare the sport for what’s ahead.
Despite attracting major players like Audi, General Motors, and Honda, the regulations have sparked controversy due to issues like excessive battery management and cars slowing down on straights.
An incident in Japan involving drivers Oliver Bearman and Franco Colapinto prompted planned adjustments before the Miami race, but concerns persist about the adequacy of these changes.
Tombazis hinted at a potential shift in the governing body’s approach to internal combustion versus electric power, acknowledging the evolving political landscape and the auto industry’s reevaluated stance on ditching internal combustion engines entirely.
This potential shift in strategy could see the FIA reevaluate its reliance on manufacturers and prioritize the protection and sustainability of the sport amid global economic changes.
