Why 2022 is a massive year for F1's engine fight
Formula 1’s 2022 regulations impact every part of the car. But with the focus very much on the aerodynamic design, it’s easy to overlook the fact this is also a critical season for engine development. The power unit regulations are largely unchanged in terms of technical detail. But the...
How a 'Smart' engine nearly joined the F1 grid
At the peak of F1's manufacturer era in the early 2000s, an unexpected name almost joined the list of engine suppliers: Smart. So how did the quirky small-car brand get so close to having its name in F1, and why didn't it happen? Glenn Freeman explains the details, and why it appears it was all...