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‘Only changes to engine regs will stop Mercedes’
- Updated: January 8, 2017
Although rivals are hoping that this year’s new regulations will halt Mercedes’ run, Bernie Ecclestone says only the scrapping of the hybrid engines will do that.
Formula 1 is undergoing a major overhaul ahead of this year’s championship with wider tyres and cars that will look more aggressive. The aim is to reduce times by up to five seconds per lap.
With the majority of the new rules focusing on aerodynamics, Red Bull Racing are confident that they can challenge Mercedes at the sharp end of the grid.
Ecclestone, though, reckons the reigning World Champions will maintain their advantage because they still have a superior power unit.
“Red Bull believe they can beat Mercedes with better aerodynamics,” …
