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Domenicali downplays prospect of future F1 tyre war return
From 2001 to 2006, F1 had two separate tyre suppliers, Bridgestone and Michelin. However, Michelin withdrew in 2006, leaving Bridgestone as the sole supplier until 2010. Since 2011, Pirelli has been F1’s only tyre supplier and recently secured a three-year extension. The decision to choose Pirelli over Bridgestone was based on technical and commercial parameters. F1 moved away from a tyre war to control costs and avoid unfair advantages. The possibility of two suppliers coexisting in the future depends on cost reduction. Pirelli is open to competition from other suppliers and considers it an opportunity.
Source: Motorsport Week
