The ‘Valhalla' of cheaper and less sophisticated power units will not be reached as it appears Formula 1 powerbrokers have settled on a compromise according to latest statements made by Sporting Director Ross Brawn. The current F1 hybrid era has been a costly exercise with Mercedes and Ferrari powering three teams apiece, with Honda and Renault each supplying two teams. Despite the annual Audi/Porsche/VW rumours, no manufacturers are interested in investing the hundreds of millions it will take to develop such an engine package and then compete with teams that have used the technology for nearly a decade. Brawn admitted in an interview with Motorsport Network, 'In that case, I was...
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