Formula 1 cars were supposed to be powered by a single electric engine in the pitlane starting in 2014, however, this arrangement has been postponed.
Autosport revealed today that FIA president, Jean Todt, has agreed to delay the introduction of this technical regulation.
Article 5.19 of the 2014 Technical Regulations states: "The car must be run in electric mode (no ignition and no fuel supply to the engine) at all times when being driven in the pitlane."
This measure was requested to adhere to environmental measures, and for the purpose of developing electric power.
According to several sources, engine manufacturers Mercedes, Renault and Ferrari wrote to the FIA to request a postponement of this regulation.
Two arguments were taken into consideration: First, the cost of developing such electrical systems only to be used in the pitlane. Secondly the danger of having moving noiselessly at high speeds without warning of their presence to team members.
The FIA President confirmed he has agreed to delay the introduction of electric engines. The rule change must be ratified at the next FIA World Motor Sport Council at the end of the year.
Jean Todt told Autosport: "I have accepted to delay it. It has to go through the World Council, but it will be delayed for around three years."
Autosport revealed today that FIA president, Jean Todt, has agreed to delay the introduction of this technical regulation.
Article 5.19 of the 2014 Technical Regulations states: "The car must be run in electric mode (no ignition and no fuel supply to the engine) at all times when being driven in the pitlane."
This measure was requested to adhere to environmental measures, and for the purpose of developing electric power.
According to several sources, engine manufacturers Mercedes, Renault and Ferrari wrote to the FIA to request a postponement of this regulation.
 |
| Lewis Hamilton, McLaren, at Singapore. (Photo: Pirelli) |
Two arguments were taken into consideration: First, the cost of developing such electrical systems only to be used in the pitlane. Secondly the danger of having moving noiselessly at high speeds without warning of their presence to team members.
The FIA President confirmed he has agreed to delay the introduction of electric engines. The rule change must be ratified at the next FIA World Motor Sport Council at the end of the year.
Jean Todt told Autosport: "I have accepted to delay it. It has to go through the World Council, but it will be delayed for around three years."