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The end of the hybrid era? F1 boss teases regulation U-turn ahead of key talks

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The end of the hybrid era? F1 boss teases regulation U-turn ahead of key talks

Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula One Group, has been having his say on a possible return to V8 engines

By Kevin McKenna.

A key concept of the regulation changes set to be introduced to Formula 1 in 2026 could be scrapped altogether, according to the sport's chief.

Stefano Domenicali, CEO of Formula One Group, has revealed that discussions have taken place over the type of engine which will be used in the years following the application of the new rules.

With the sport setting the target of being carbon neutral by 2030, teams have been busy developing more sustainable engines and power units as they look to reduce the overall emissions produced.

The alterations will place more emphasis on electrical power, and bring about a switch to more environmentally-friendly fuels, marking the most significant overhaul to the engine rules since the introduction of the turbo hybrids in 2014.

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“It is a personal consideration of mine, not yet shared with the teams, even if we have spoken about it with the FIA, that if sustainable fuels work, we will need to carefully evaluate whether to continue with hybrid [technology] or whether better solutions will be available."

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