What would be the half-term report for Renault’s F1 engines?
“We are not fully satisfied, but we are still very proud of what we have achieved. Renault powered cars have taken 10 pole positions in 11 races; set six fastest laps; and scored 12 podium finishes, including five race wins. What’s more, in Monaco, we scored our first one-two-three finish since 1997. It is rewarding for all the team at Viry who work constantly behind the scenes to achieve both performance and reliability. Our commitment to total equality in engine supply is reinforced by these great results. Of course, we enjoy a close relationship with Enstone for historical reasons, but we provide exactly the same engine specification and level of support to both our teams: Renault F1 Team and Red Bull Racing.” Q: There has been speculation that the Renault engine suffers from a power deficit relative to its rivals. What is your view on the matter? “I believe the maximum power of the Renault engine within the useful RPM range is not as good as the best of its competitors. Analysis of
