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McLaren boss Andrea Stella thinks “everyone” in Formula 1 will lose if a push to change power unit rules for next year is blocked by manufacturers
McLaren boss Andrea Stella believes that if manufacturers block the push to change power unit rules for next year in Formula 1, everyone in the sport will lose. The FIA and F1 leaders aim to shift the power split from 50/50 combustion-electric to 60/40, but not all manufacturers support the proposal for 2027. Mercedes and Red Bull favor the change, while Audi cites cost concerns and Ferrari seeks more time for evaluation. To succeed, at least four of the six carmakers must back the changes, with a focus on convincing Audi to reconsider its stance. Stella emphasizes the importance of reaching a consensus swiftly to secure commitments for 2027 designs and avoid potential delays in hardware revamps. Despite his confidence in the proposed shift, Stella acknowledges that the final decision rests with manufacturers and hopes for a successful outcome for the overall benefit of Formula 1.
