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Do regulations allow superchargers in F1 cars?

This in theory yes. The problem is that a supercharger takes power from the crank shaft, so the heat energy recovery system would be obsolete. In practise Turbo charger with energy recovery is a better option for Formula 1 cars.

Written by Janita on Monday August 10, 2015
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