Howett confident about F1's future

Since the announcement of the commitment of the teams under conditions for the 2010 season, silence has reigned within the paddock. The FIA ​​has still not reacted to the new proposals from FOTA, the association of racing teams. Formula 1. John Howett, le président de Toyota, qui est également vice-président de la FOTA, se veut confiant et réitère sa volonté d?avoir un seul et même règlement pour la saison prochaine.

« We are happy to see new teams but it has been clear from the start that everyone must race with the same rules. Cost reductions are one of FOTA's founding principles and we have already reduced engine and transmission rental costs by 50%. In our proposals for 2010 there are even further reductions “, indicated Howett.

Highlighting the unity of FOTA, John Howett is also optimistic about the future of the flagship motorsport discipline. “ If the conditions attached to our entry are accepted, I think that Formula 1 will be the big winner. It?s very encouraging to see the unity displayed within FOTA. Of course, we are adversaries on the track but we act together to ensure a sustainable future for Formula 1. The constructive and open atmosphere within the organization gives me great hope for the health of the discipline. He concluded.