P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Talk in recent weeks has seen increased chatter regarding a potential return to V10 engines for F1.
Red Bull team principal Christian Horner expressed his wish to see the return of V10 engines in F1, as current engines are becoming too expensive and complex. The V10 engines, last used in 2005, are popular among fans for their distinctive sound. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem also mentioned the possibility of adopting V10 engines with sustainable fuels. Horner envisions a future engine formula in F1 that involves V10 engines with sustainable fuel, opening up new possibilities. While Mercedes’ Toto Wolff considers it premature to discuss rules post-2026, Horner is keen to start discussions on reintroducing V10 engines. He believes a return to V10 engines responsibly with sustainable fuel could bring back the iconic sound of grand prix racing beyond the current regulations.
