F1 team principal insists 'nothing is dead' amid 2027 engine talks

What looked like a done deal just a few weeks ago has suddenly become one of Formula 1's biggest political battlegrounds. After the Miami Grand Prix, the proposed move towards a 60/40 split between combustion and electrical power for 2027 appeared to have broad support among manufacturers. However, the proposal is no longer considered a certainty. Ferrari and Audi are both believed to have cooled on the idea in recent weeks, and a negative vote from the two manufacturers would likely be enough to derail the agreement altogether.

Speaking to GPblog among other media in Canada, Vowles emphasised that work on the 2027 regulations is far from over, insisting that all stakeholders remain engaged in the discussions. While acknowledging that there are still areas requiring improvement, particularly in qualifying and other aspects of the racing product, the Brit pointed to several standout races this season as evidence that F1 is already heading in the right direction. According to Vowles, progress is being made, but further refinements are still needed before the sport reaches its desired target.

Following the Canadian Grand Prix, Wolff argued that the latest proposals under discussion could provide a workable middle ground between the various engine manufacturers. The Mercedes team principal believes measures aimed at boosting overall performance and improving energy deployment would help address many of the concerns raised about the future power unit package.