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Cadillac boss Graeme Lowdon has issued a positive update on the team’s Ferrari power unit used for its debut F1 campaign, affirming its legality.
Cadillac boss Graeme Lowdon confirmed that the team’s Ferrari power unit for its first Formula 1 season is legal, amidst recent controversy over engine regulations.
The debate has focused on Red Bull and Mercedes’ powertrain operations potentially exploiting a loophole in the new rules regarding compression ratio.
Mercedes and Red Bull may be gaining an advantage of three to four tenths per lap with this loophole, prompting an upcoming meeting with FIA by Audi, Ferrari, and Honda.
Cadillac plans to develop its own power units in the future, utilizing Ferrari engines for now, alongside fellow American team Haas.
Lowdon reassured that the Ferrari engines comply with regulations and that the partnership is progressing smoothly, emphasizing transparency and confidence in their legality.
He expressed satisfaction with the performance support from Ferrari and highlighted the importance of adhering to the clear regulations in place.
