Glossary / General

new engine

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A new engine in racing means that a team has made changes or improvements to the part of the car that makes it go. This can help the car go faster and perform better in races.

Technical Definition

In Formula 1, a new engine refers to an upgraded or entirely new power unit that teams develop to improve performance, efficiency, and reliability. Changes in engine design can significantly impact a team's competitiveness.

Hear It Discussed

"Yes, the engine went out in it and they put a new one in it at roughly 70,000 miles."
Car Pro Radio Show November 15 25 Hour 1 CarPro Radio Show 16:22

"...that is of course with their new engine that they're taking on as well..."
The Motorsport Brief | The F1 title decider in Abu Dhabi Rusty's Garage 22:16

"...Didn't that have another breakdown recently where it needed a whole new engine or something?"
Car companies do stupid and weird things... Car Torque with Matty J 03:25