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Any F1 fans here? We sure are. This is good stuff. Mercedes reveals 2014 Formula 1 engine By Jonathan Noble Friday, January 11th 2013, 14:44 GMT Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the first images of the 2014 Formula 1 power unit that it believes will put the 'motor back in motorsport'. As dyno testing of its new V6 1.6-litre turbo charged unit continues at its Brixworth facility, Mercedes says early indications from its work are pointing towards an exciting era for grand prix racing once the 2014 rules come into force. Andy Cowell, managing director of Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines, dismissed fears...

Great article from F1technical.net ( http://www.f1technical.net/articles/4 ) Formula One Engines Although F1 racing engines have lost some of the attractiveness they used to have when the regulations allowed more freedom, every single design currently in use is still a highly advanced piece of engineering that has required lots of time and thought. An engine is the only power source of a Formula One car - apart from the KERS systems in 2009 which are indirectly charged by the power generated by the engine - and is a structural part of the chassis. Facts and figures Because of the regulations and...