Volkswagen look more than likely to become an engine supplier in 2013 after the FIA announced plans for 1.6 litre ‘green’ engine’s.
The German marque has been hinting at joining the grid either as an engine supplier or manufacturer team if the governing body introduced a ‘world engine’ – which is exactly what was announced on Friday.
Volkswagen’s motorsport advisor, Hans-Joachim Stuck, says he is delighted with the news and believes it will push all categories of motorsport in the right direction in terms of ‘green racing’.
“We are delighted and welcome this decision,” he told Motorsport-Total. “This is not just great for Formula 1, but for the whole of motorsport and will push it in right way.”
Audi, a subsidiary of the VW Group, were also involved in the engine formula negotiations with the FIA via their head of engine technology, Ullrich Baretzky.
“For us, Ullrich Baretzky participated in joint discussions on the future Formula 1 engine format,” confirmed Stuck.
Meanwhile, the former driver noted that VW would open up consultation within the company to discuss their plans for 2013, hinting that a decision could be made before the 2011 season kicks-off in March.
