Honda’s planned technological partnership with Sauber Crumbles

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced the technological partnership with the Sauber F1 Team, which was intended to start from 2018 onwards for the Federation Internationale De L’automobile (FIA⁾ Formula One World Championship (F1), is no longer in place, GutsyPen4ICTD learns.

The project,  originated after an initial proposal from Sauber, has been called-off due to differences in the future direction between Honda and Sauber, which pecipitated during the preparation process for power unit supply systems.

General Manager, Motor Sports Division, at Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Masashi Yamamoto commented: “We had built a good relationship with Sauber, and had been looking forward to entering the 2018 F1 season together. However, during discussions after management changes at the team, we reached a mutual agreement to call-off the project due to differences in the future directions of both parties. We would like to thank Sauber for their cooperation, and wish them all the best for their future."

Despite this announcement, Honda says its passion for motorsports and strong commitment to Formula One remains unchanged.