- FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed that Formula One could return to V8 or V10 engines as early as 2029, utilising fully sustainable fuel.
- The move away from the current 1.6-litre V6 units is suggested to reduce the high costs and complexity associated with their development and maintenance.
- Ben Sulayem highlighted that a return to V8s would offer significant commercial benefits, weight advantages, and a more appealing sound for fans.
- The FIA president also discussed expanding the grid, emphasising the need for more cars rather than more races, with a 12th slot potentially open for a new team.
- Any new entrant, such as a possible Chinese team, must genuinely add value and contribute to the sport's sustainability, following General Motors' Cadillac brand joining as the 11th team next season.
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