With engine rules under debate, Hamilton speaks out: bring back the V10s and restore the raw emotion modern F1 lacks.
As Formula 1 navigates its future, a passionate call from seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton has reignited the conversation around one of the sport’s most iconic elements: the V10 engine.
Ferrari, a team deeply tied to the heritage of roaring V10s, has yet to publicly declare a stance. While whispers in the paddock suggest that some teams are pushing to delay the upcoming 2026 regulations and instead target a return of V10s by 2028, Ferrari remains tight-lipped.
Team Principal Fred Vasseur dodged the question during pre-season testing, saying it’s far too early to make long-term decisions.
“We haven’t even started the next engine project,” Vasseur said. “There are more pressing matters on the table. Let’s focus on 2026 before we talk about 2030.”
Still, the nostalgia is strong. Hamilton, known for his close ties with Ferrari chairman John Elkann, didn’t hold back when asked about V10s during the Chinese Grand Prix weekend.
“Everyone knows the V6s don’t sound great,” Hamilton admitted. “I remember my first F1 race in 1996 at Spa—watching Michael Schumacher blast through Turn 1. The sound shook my chest. It was electric. It felt like magic.”
“Over time, that feeling’s faded. If we can bring back that emotion, that incredible sound, while still meeting our sustainability goals—why not?”
While the debate continues, the tension between nostalgia and innovation is clear. Can Formula 1 bring back the thrill without compromising the future?
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Hamilton Wants V10 Roar Back as F1 Eyes 2028 Shift
Hamilton Wants V10 Roar Back as F1 Eyes 2028 Shift
