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FIA chief Mohammed Ben Sulayem has made an announcement that could save F1 with a major U-turn back to the days gone by.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has announced the return of V8 engines to F1, a move that will please many fans of the sport.
This decision comes after the cancellation of last month’s Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix due to the Iran war, allowing FIA and F1 to reevaluate the controversial new regulations introduced in 2026.
Ben Sulayem stated that the return of V8 engines, loved by fans between 2006 and 2013, is in the works and could be fast-tracked to make a comeback by 2030.
He emphasized the simplicity, sound, and relevance of V8 engines compared to the current regulations, aiming for a minor electrification to meet modern standards.
The return to V8 engines is expected to bring back the excitement and nostalgia that many fans have been missing in the sport.
