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F1 considers returning to naturally aspirated V8 engines by 2030 or 2031

Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 12:04 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

F1 considers returning to naturally aspirated V8 engines by 2030 or 2031

Summary

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali are advocating for a return to naturally aspirated V8 engines in Formula 1, potentially starting as early as 2030. The discussion comes as power unit manufacturers express support for advanced sustainable fuels and a simpler, lower-cost electrification model. This proposal reflects ongoing conversations about cost management and sustainability within the sport. Further developments are expected as stakeholders continue to evaluate this shift in engine technology.

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Status Watch

•FIA and F1 leaders favor V8 engine return as early as 2030.
•Manufacturers support sustainable fuels and modest electrification.
•Cost and sustainability are key factors in engine discussions.
•Ongoing evaluations expected as stakeholders assess implications.

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FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and his Formula 1 counterpart Stefano Domenicali are keen on F1 cars returning to naturally aspirated V8s from 2031 or even 2030. The majority of power unit manufacturers appear to be aligned on advanced sustainable fuels and a modest amount of electrification amounting to a lower-cost and lower-complexity formula. Other than cost, one of the key reasons ...Keep reading
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