There could be a familiar high-performance automotive manufacturer in the paddock soon...Porsche chairman Matthias Müller hinted the legendary German car company might return to F1 for the first time in more than two decades.
Volkswagen-owned Porsche last appeared in 1991 as an engine-supplier to the Footwork team. The last factory-backed team success was more than three decades earlier, when the team won the 1962 French Grand Prix. In 2013, the rules are are expected to allow a 1.6-litre powerplant, which is probably of interest to Porsche. Earlier this year, Audi hinted they did not fit "on a technological basis", inferring that if one of VW’s two flagship brands was to join the grid, it will likely be Porsche.
Müller admits that having VW's two rival brands competing in the same championship - even though they're basically different classes of sportscars, would not be favorable. But seeing Porsche or Audi come into the race game would be excellent. Lamborghini, c'mon and get involved...
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