News Details
Engine makers to discuss V6 noise in China
F1's three engine makers will discuss how to turn up the volume of their controversial turbo V6s ahead of the Chinese grand prix.
Germany's Auto Bild reports that Mercedes, Ferrari and Renault will get together next Thursday ahead of the race in Shanghai.
Although dominant Mercedes has ruled out agreeing to any mid-season rule changes, the German marque is open to discussing ways to make the engines louder to appease disappointed fans.
Auto Bild reports that one proposal made by Mercedes is to simply look into sound amplification.
That is because "Mechanically, (making the engines louder) is not so easy," insisted Mercedes engine boss Andy Cowell.
Full Story »
Full Story »
11y ago from GrandPrix.com
0
You May Also Be Interested In...
Only F1 noise will change says Todt,,,
When it comes to engine noise, most F1 players are open to turning up the...
11y ago from GrandPrix.com
Todt: My friend Bernie has a hearing aid because his...
Jean Todt with Bernie Ecclestone When it comes to engine noise, most...
11y ago from GrandPrix247.com
F1 to push ahead with making V6 engines louder
April 7, 2014 .- F1 will push ahead with trying to make the sport's new...
11y ago from F1Plus.com
Silverstone happy with the less noisy new Formula 1
Silverstone happy with the less noisy new Formula 1 5 April, 2014...
11y ago from GrandPrix247.com
Elsewhere On The Network
Popular On MGPToday.com
MotoGP Sepang test: Schedule, entry list and how to...
No description available...
10h ago from Motorsport.com
Fabio Quartararo responds to speculation about Honda...
No description available...
14h ago from Motorsport.com
Alex Marquez: "Gresini is the most solid option,...
No description available...
16h ago from Motorsport.com
This is how every bike on the 2026 MotoGP grid looks
No description available...
18h ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On IndyCarToday.com
Nolan Siegel says pressure of contract year...
No description available...
11h ago from Motorsport.com
IndyCar announces Donald Trump-backed race on National...
IndyCar has announced an inaugural race on America's National Mall,...
1d ago from MotorsportWeek.c...
Will Power: Andretti “will be the best team in the...
No description available...
2d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On TotalWRC.com
WRC Monte Carlo: Oliver Solberg continues domination...
No description available...
1w ago from Motorsport.com
Why Thierry Neuville struggled in “most difficult”...
No description available...
5d ago from Motorsport.com
More than 10 tuners interested in joining WRC under...
No description available...
1w ago from Motorsport.com
New WRC winter tyre expected in 2027 after Monte Carlo...
No description available...
4d ago from Motorsport.com
Popular On GunnersToday.com
'Okay…' – Mikel Arteta gives perfect...
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gave the perfect response when asked about...
6h ago from CaughtOffside.com
Arteta calls Arsenal ‘most exciting team in...
t;li>‘We have the most goals, the most clean sheets’Liam Rosenior...
6h ago from TheGuardian.com
Arsenal vs Chelsea Prediction and Betting Tips | 3rd...
The EFL Cup features another round of semifinals this week as Chelsea lock...
8h ago from SportsKeeda.com
Transfer window 2026: Every done deal, including Man...
The transfer window is now closed, so we've rounded up every single done...
8h ago from CaughtOffside.com
Comments
Hottest News
Christian Horner admits he came 'so close' to buying F1 team
Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner has... Read More »
10h ago from GPFans.com
McLaren 'dangerous game' as 'sexy' Aston Martin questioned
The latest episode of the RacingNews365 Podcast... Read More »
12h ago from RacingNews365.com
Oscar Piastri hints McLaren trouble with Mercedes power unit
F1 star Oscar Piastri has hinted that McLaren... Read More »
8h ago from GPFans.com
