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Old 10-02-2020, 01:10 PM   #816
Cecil Terwilliger
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Originally Posted by FLAMESRULE View Post
Long term (15ish years) the only option for F1 is to eventually go electric. I just dont see any other option with the way EVs are progressing, the manufacturers are going to demand it. I see the hybrid era lasting for the next 2, maybe 3, agreements and then it'll be full electric. I wouldnt be surprised if we see an F1/FE merger of some sort eventually.
I’m not an engineer but my understanding is the mgu-k is road relevant and “easy” to develop, while the mgu-h is crazy complicated and very difficult to develop and it has minimal road car relevance.

So dropping just the one could attract new engine suppliers and allow them to develop towards full electric.

I also believe FE has a monopoly on full electric racing for the next 25 years or something. A merge would have to happen because F1 can’t go full electric while FE exists.

If it’s going to be a unique sport, ICE might be the way to go. Despite the environmental concerns. Or simplify the current hybrids. Nobody really wants full electric. Not fans or teams.

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