Sebastian Vettel has significantly expressed his concern about the climate crisis. He led by example as he made certain lifestyle changes to reduce his carbon footprint. But he thinks Formula 1 is waiting too long to work on its promise of zero carbon footprints.
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F1 had also announced it would introduce new engines that use a new type of fuel in 2026. But the four-time world champion believes that 2026 is too far away to take the necessary steps.
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The Aston Martin driver criticizes the F1 for being too slow
As Motorsport-Total reports, the Aston Martin driver is of the opinion that the sport is progressing too slowly. He criticized the sport for being too reactive instead of being proactive on the matter. He also mentioned that they should look into synthetic fuels rather than biofuels.
“In my opinion, we have the same chance with synthetic fuels. But I’m afraid that here too we will react instead of showing the way. Because the engines will be frozen until ’22. “Said Vettel. (Translated with Google translator)
Motorsport – Formula 1 – Russian Grand Prix – Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia – September 24, 2021, Aston Martins Sebastian Vettel arrives at the REUTERS / Anton Vaganov race track. at
“There are some rumors that something will happen before that changes, but they will be frozen until at least ’25, probably closer to 2026. So that means another five years with no progress that will put huge pressure on our sport. ” because I think there will hopefully be a lot of changes around the world in these five years that will also force us to change, ”said Seb.
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Formula 1 has great chances of really promoting synthetic fuels: Sebastian Vettel
Sebastian Vettel said the sport has the technology and the sharp minds that can make a difference. He urged the sport to look for synthetic fuels and take the necessary measures quickly.
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Formula 1 F1 – Belgian Grand Prix – Spa-Francorchamps, Spa, Belgium – August 29, 2021, Aston Martins Sebastian Vettel gets out of the car pool via REUTERS / John Thys before the start due to bad weather
“I think it’s always a combination of these things. But I think Formula 1 has a great chance of really moving synthetic fuels forward and getting them to market as soon as possible, even if some precautionary measures have already been taken.
But we don’t have time to talk about personal interests and one or the other manufacturer, whether something has been decided and there is a piece of paper. Because I think it’s about something much, much bigger, ”concluded the German.
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Vettel is right; Although sport is committed to fighting climate change, the timetable is still a little way off. Hence, they may need to bring some technology to speed up their fight.
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