F1 is slowly becoming more energy efficient and therefore more relevant again. The changes being introduced next year are massive (1.6-litre turbocharged V6 engines, a much improved energy recovery system providing an extra 160bhp for about 30 seconds per lap, maximum fuel limits) and have already encouraged Honda to return as an engine supplier.
F1's long history and worldwide popularity is also a big factor that will be hard for any new Formula to compete with.
F1 is certainly improving but F-E seems very promising nonetheless. If we can get more constructors to actively develop their electric engines through F-E then we could see some real benefits throughout the automotive industry.
Assuming F-E gains in popularity, it would be a huge boost for the likes of Tesla to take part in this sport. I am glad that the FIA is seriously considering F-E as an alternative to F1. Moreover, I don't mind shorter races - I find these 3 hour F1 races really boring these days.
It's definitely good to see a Formula aimed at developing electric engines. I just don't think it will take off. If it looks like it will F1 will just move more in that direction and lure the engine developers away from FE.
>> "I am glad that the FIA is seriously considering F-E as an alternative to F1"
I don't think they're considering it as an alternative. There are lots of FIA sanctioned Formula (e.g. Formula 3, A1GP etc.).
>> "I find these 3 hour F1 races really boring these days."
An F1 race is limited to 2 hours max, usually coming in around 1 hour 40 mins.
F1 is slowly becoming more energy efficient and therefore more relevant again. The changes being introduced next year are massive (1.6-litre turbocharged V6 engines, a much improved energy recovery system providing an extra 160bhp for about 30 seconds per lap, maximum fuel limits) and have already encouraged Honda to return as an engine supplier.
F1's long history and worldwide popularity is also a big factor that will be hard for any new Formula to compete with.