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Renault’s Viry staff slam F1 engine pullout decision
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01/10/2024 at 18:0701/10/2024 at 20:15 The news of Renault’s departure from Formula 1 as an engine supplier has been met with strong disapproval by the manufacturer’s staff at Viry-Châtillon, who have accused the company of turning its back on a proud sporting history. Located just outside of Paris, the Viry facility has been the birthplace of Renault’s F1 power units since the 1970s. Now, with the historic factory set to supply its final F1 engines in 2025 before Alpine transitions to Mercedes power from 2026, workers feel the manufacturer’s top brass has chosen financial caution over sporting legacy. The factory’s Social and Economic...
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