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Johansson slams ‘ridiculous’ F1 engine formula

 XPB Images Former Formula One driver Stefan Johansson says current power unit regulations are “ridiculous”, as these prevent Mercedes’ rivals from closing the gap. The double world champions have been ruling the F1 roost since the sport switched to 1.6-litre V6 turbocharged power units in 2014. Rival manufacturers Ferrari, Renault, and Honda can only enhance their unit within the scope of development provided for in the token system. Johansson, whose own F1 career spanned 11 years (1980-1991), believes this makes the situation farcical. “The real problem is this incredibly complicated engine formula that F1 has with penalties for this and that, and you’re not allowed...
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