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Renault denies Illien tie-up forced by Red Bull
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Renault has denied claims that it was forced by Red Bull to bring on engine guru Mario Illien as a consultant to help with its power unit developments. Earlier this year, following a request by Red Bull, the Swiss engineer supplied Renault with a few ideas linked to a new cylinder project, but the French manufacturer did not implement any of Illien's work into its 2015 engine. However, according to Renault F1's managing director Cyril Abiteboul, Renault will pursue a working relationship with Ilmor next season, on its own terms and without Red Bull's solicitation. "It's very simple. It is an association between Renault and Ilmor, and there is no implication," commented...
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