VW: “F1 needs stability”

Often associated with various medium or long-term projects in F1, Volkswagen closely monitors F1 news. Boss of Volkswagen Motorsport, Kris Nissen is waiting for better days to assess the German group's possible entry into the discipline.

Published on 13/01/2010 à 11:50

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Currently at the Dakar where his Race Touareg 2 occupy the first three positions, Kris Nissen answered questions from Autosport: “The F1 is facing one of the most complicated situations in recent years. I really believe that Jean Todt and the teams can hold on. For manufacturers to return and new brands to arrive, F1 needs stability. We need a different image and a reduction in costs. »

Without coming forward, the boss of Volkswagen Motorsport revealed that in the event of a commitment from the VAG Group, the Volkswagen brand would certainly not be selected, leaving room for one of the nine other manufacturers in the group? (Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, Bugatti and soon Porsche)