Formula 1 has delayed the introduction of eco-friendly engines by one year to 2014. Furthermore they have changed the specification of the engines after several manufacturers, particularly Ferrari, disagreed with the V4 Turbo concept although Renault was a prominent campaigner for their introduction.
However a compromise was reached whereby V6 Turbo engines fully equipped with hybrid systems will now be introduced. This is likely to be confirmed after a vote by the World Motor Sport Council.
I believe this to be a nice compromise. Formula 1 should be the pinnacle of motor sport and to constantly downsize engines seems to go against that, so this can only be a good move. Keeping a generous engine capacity and further encompassing green technology pushes Formula 1 towards the front for green speed.
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