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Audi Open to F1 V8 Return, Prefers Turbos
6 Jun
Summary
- Audi may accept V8 engines if regulations align with priorities.
- The company's primary focus remains efficiency and turbocharging.
- New F1 engine rules are anticipated for 2030 or 2031.
Audi has signaled a willingness to consider potential new Formula One engine regulations, even if they involve a return to V8 power units. The company, which joined F1 this season, stated that such a change would not be a deal-breaker for its involvement, although retaining turbocharged engines remains its preference.
The FIA is reportedly working on simpler and cheaper engine rules expected for the 2030 or 2031 season. While F1 president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has advocated for a return to normally aspirated V8 engines, Audi's CEO Gernot Doellner indicated that the number of cylinders is less important than broader regulatory alignment.
Doellner emphasized that Audi's strategic priorities lie in energy efficiency and cost control, which they believe are better served by turbocharged engines. The company is committed to optimizing its current drivetrain concept and is invested in developing regulations that support these long-term goals. Audi is actively participating in discussions to shape these future rules.
