Petronas' sustainable fuel Mercedes-AMG F1's edge over other teams – Wolff
KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) use of advanced sustainable fuel (ASF) in this season's Formula One is set to be Mercedes-AMG's competitive edge against other teams this year.
KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd's (Petronas) use of advanced sustainable fuel (ASF) in this Formula One season is set to give Mercedes-AMG a competitive edge over other teams this year. Team principal and CEO Toto Wolff believes sustainable fuel is the future and is crucial for Mercedes-AMG's success. He stated that the team has made tremendous progress in the development of sustainable fuel.
The focus is on maintaining this edge by embracing new regulations, engine developments, and reducing vehicle weight. Petronas is collaborating with Mercedes-AMG to develop 100% ASF starting in 2026. The Malaysian state-owned oil company's executive vice president and CEO Datuk Seri Sazali Hamzah highlighted the pride in the development being from local Malaysian specialists.
Mercedes-AMG's performance has been strong this season, currently leading the constructors' and drivers' championship. The team's presence at Formula One has the potential to drive innovation in supporting sustainable fuel. The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix returns to Sepang this year after a nine-year hiatus.
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