F1 going through sporting and technical changes in 2011, 2012 and 2013

After the World Motor Sport Council meeting in Monaco, the FIA published a statement which confirms the use of greener engines from 2013. The statement also rescinded the ban on team orders with immediate effect, including other changes (below).

In 2013, all teams will be required to use 1.6 liter 4-cylinder engines with high pressure gasoline injection spinning at 12,000 rpm (similar to the older BMW F1 engine shown in the drawing above) as opposed to the 2.4 liter V8 engines used today with an 18,000 rpm redline, further solidifying the FIA’s commitment to improving sustainability in motorsport. It is expected that the engines will have a 35% reduction in fuel consumption through the use of extensive energy management and energy recovery systems, while maintaining current levels of performance. Also in 2013, each driver will be allowed only five engines throughout the season (penalized if they utilize more), with the following years seeing a further drop to four engines only.

For 2012, the following technical regulations will be implemented:

1. Team communications will be made available to broadcasters
2. The inclusion of fuel compounds produced from biomass
3. A limitation on suspension uprights

For next season (2011), the following sporting and technical regulations have been

BMW reveal a mystery car in a mysterious way (w/video)

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BMW has launched Don’t Blog About This, a blog site showcasing  a mysterious 6-series which looks like it could be some sort of electric or hybrid vehicle.

The website showcases a few photos and 2 videos but there aren’t any details about the concept car (pictured above). Look closely and you’ll see skinny low rolling resistance tires wrapped around

Jordan promoting electric vehicles in partnership with Nissan. Innovative and admirable.

Nissan and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote electric cars within the country, making it the first agreement of its kind in the region.

Under the agreement, Nissan and the Jordanian government will promote electric vehicles as a “sustainable mobility solution”. Jordan’s government will also consider purchasing up to