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FIA to investigate 'client engine' for 2017

– Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, is to investigate the possible introduction of a cheaper "client engine" in 2017, after Ferrari used its veto to reject the proposed cost limit on power units and gearboxes.The FIA and Formula One Management, along with the majority of teams, suggested the principle of setting a maximum price for power units and gearboxes at the most recent meeting of the Strategy Group.Such a decision was reached amid attempts to reduce the current costs of the 1.6 litre V6 power units which have been used since the start of 2014.However, Ferrari used its veto – recognised under the historic agreements governing Formula 1 – to block these changes...
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