So what’s next? Well, Red Bull will likely continue as it has, while Porsche is still evaluating options. The statement from the automaker concludes thus: “With the finalized rule changes, the racing series nevertheless remains an attractive environment for Porsche, which will continue to be monitored.”
Porsche understands that entering F1 adds further credibility to the brand and creates opportunities for numerous highly profitable special editions of the 911 GT3 and other models.
The rumor mill is now suggesting that McLaren could be a potential partner for Porsche, but this could be totally false. Whatever happens, Porsche is not the only automaker interested in joining the sport.
Ahead of this weekend’s Monza Grand Prix in Italy, Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali revealed that “there are also other manufacturers sitting at the table of engineers who prefer not to come out into the open.” Who these may be remains a mystery, but BMW, for one, has said F1 is not in its future. Perhaps Honda could return as a standalone works team. Perhaps Lamborghini could enter. We’ll let you know as soon as we learn more.
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