Renault announces return to Formula One in 2016
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Renault will return to Formula 1 with its own team for 2016 season.
Renault, 12-time Constructor’s Champion with nearly 40 years in the sport, is an iconic brand in Formula 1 and intends to play an active role in the sport’s development.
F1 is a technology showcase and accelerates development of the Renault’s innovation and range of sports cars.
Following the September announcement of the signing of a Letter of Intent with Lotus, teams at Renault continued to evaluate the possibility of a return to Formula 1. Particular attention was paid to competing suc
sound way starting in 2016.
As a full team, Renault will take maxi
as an engine supplier proved to be limited.
by the new engine regulations and the return
in terms of image were low.
the acquisition of the Lotus F1 team in the
contracts were signed on December 3, 2015. as the best partner. Renault and Lotus F1 have known each other for 15 years and were world champions together in 2005 and 2006.
Renault has had uninterrupted involvement
in Formula 1 for almost 40 years. In
with the introduction of turbocharging, a technique that soon became the norm in the sport. Renault has since taken part in more than 600 grand prix, claiming 168 race wins, 12 Constructors’ titles and 11 Drivers’ crowns.
Renault’s decision to continue its involve
sees motorsport as an essential part of the brand’s identity.
Formula 1 is the ultimate symbol of the
Renault as expressed by its brand signature, ‘Passion for Life’.
In addition to attracting many customers, Formula 1 also fuels employee motivation.
As the pinnacle of motor sports, Formula 1 demands technological and operational
showcase for the technological expertise that Renault dials into its products for the