The Renault engine is a hit

While its qualities have sometimes been called into question, the engine Renault today appears to be the most suitable for a circuit like that of Monaco. The V8 of Viruses-Châtillon, less powerful than the block of Mercedes but more flexible than the others, allowed three of the four Renault-powered drivers to get on the qualifying podium. After turning its back when the criticism rained down, Renault can today congratulate itself on the result of the Monaco qualifications.

« We know that here, power is not everything but that flexibility and all other qualities of the engine are important, says Fabrice Lom, head of Renault engines at Red Bull Racing. We have three Renault engines in the first three places, we are really proud of all the work done at the factory and on the track to improve the flexibility and efficiency of our engine. »

Red Bull, which placed its two drivers on the podium, is also pleased with this perfect Saturday. “II must congratulate Renault for this hat-trick », declares Christian Horner, team manager. “ Congratulations to Renault, adds Sebastian Vettel, third. It?s great for them to have the three best cars on the grid »

Beyond this performance, the Renault engine should no longer suffer from reliability problems this season, Viry-Châtillon having obtained authorization from the FIA ​​to improve it in this regard. After this 2010 season, the French V8 could even equip more teams. A team currently in F1, Williams, and two applicant teams, ART Grand Prix and Epsilon Euskadi, could use the Renault propellant. Good news for the Formula 1 French.