FIA president Jean Todt says he would “welcome” Volkswagen to Formula 1 – following a hint dropped by the company’s chairman. Herbert Diess, chairman of the Volkswagen Group, said recently that even though two of his company’s brands, Audi and Porsche, are currently competing in Formula E, F1 with “synthetic fuels” would be “a much more exciting and fun tech-competition”. Todt, in an interview with Auto Motor und Sport, said F1’s plans to introduce ‘e-fuels’ in 2023 would pave the way for better engine regulations. And the Frenchman revealed that having heard about Diess’ comments, he was encouraged that Volkswagen may be considering entering F1 as he sees room...
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