On meeting drive unit suppliers, which this time was also attended by the executive directors of the brands VW in Audi, they talked about many things, including the possible introduction four-wheel drivethat they want at Audi and replacing six - cylinder powertrains for four-cylinder after 2025.
After rumors surfaced about team involvement Red Bull and a German car manufacturer Volkswagen, Yippee Helmut Marko za Formel1.de said: "Volkswagen is interested in engaging in Formula 1 with one of its brands, but wants four-cylinder engines to be used instead of six-cylinder engines."
Asked if that might not bring unbridled costs, Yippee Marko replied: "Our calculations show that it might even be cheaper to start from scratch than to repair eight-year-old technology, especially if we use synthetic fuels. ”
"VW is also interested in the new powertrain, as it would have the same starting point as the competition," he said. he added Marko and confirmed that a new meeting of powertrain suppliers will take place in Silverston.