Blowing New Life Into Downsized Engines: The Face and Future of Turbocharging

Before the 2014 Formula One season had even kicked off in Australia, race followers were already decrying the lack of a screaming exhaust note from the 1.6 liter turbocharged V6 engines. The fact that these little powerhouses were putting out more than 450 kW from the ICE, with a further 120 kW from the electric motor seems to have gone unnoticed in the general outcry.After running for a full season, with most polls showing viewership dropping sharply, Bernie Ecclestone prompted the teams to loo... To continue reading this story Click Here