The Williams F1 team and Mercedes-Benz have announced a “long term” engine deal that is expected to run for three years.
The deal is to start in 2014, and will see Mercedes supply the 1.6 litre turbo charged power unit and its energy recovery systems to the team, although Williams will still make its own transmission.
Team principal, Sir Frank Williams said: “I’m delighted to announce our new association with Mercedes-Benz for the 2014 Formula One season and beyond.
“Mercedes-Benz has been one of the sport’s most successful engine suppliers and we believe that they will have an extremely competitive engine package.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Renault for their continued hard work since we renewed our engine partnership at the beginning of the 2012 season.
“We have enjoyed a strong relationship that has resulted in much success over the years, including powering us to winning ways once again last year at the Spanish Grand Prix.”
Deputy team principal, Claire Williams, added that the decision to switch to Mercedes power was made in order for Williams to reach its long-term goals, and will allow the team to focus on its 2014 challenger given the early nature of the deal.
“The announcement of this partnership is exciting news for Williams.
“Securing the right engine supply partnership is a key milestone in the implementation of our strategy for long term success.
“We are also pleased to conclude this agreement early in the season and we very much look forward to working with Mercedes in developing our 2014 car.”
Since BMW parted ways with Williams, the tie-up with Mercedes will be the team’s fourth engine supplier in nine seasons, as the Grove squad has used Cosworth, Toyota and Renault power since 2006.
The deal is to start in 2014, and will see Mercedes supply the 1.6 litre turbo charged power unit and its energy recovery systems to the team, although Williams will still make its own transmission.
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Team principal, Sir Frank Williams said: “I’m delighted to announce our new association with Mercedes-Benz for the 2014 Formula One season and beyond.
“Mercedes-Benz has been one of the sport’s most successful engine suppliers and we believe that they will have an extremely competitive engine package.
“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Renault for their continued hard work since we renewed our engine partnership at the beginning of the 2012 season.
“We have enjoyed a strong relationship that has resulted in much success over the years, including powering us to winning ways once again last year at the Spanish Grand Prix.”
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| Photo: Mercedes-Benz |
Deputy team principal, Claire Williams, added that the decision to switch to Mercedes power was made in order for Williams to reach its long-term goals, and will allow the team to focus on its 2014 challenger given the early nature of the deal.
“The announcement of this partnership is exciting news for Williams.
“Securing the right engine supply partnership is a key milestone in the implementation of our strategy for long term success.
“We are also pleased to conclude this agreement early in the season and we very much look forward to working with Mercedes in developing our 2014 car.”
Since BMW parted ways with Williams, the tie-up with Mercedes will be the team’s fourth engine supplier in nine seasons, as the Grove squad has used Cosworth, Toyota and Renault power since 2006.