Return of V10 engines: FIA takes a stance and schedules first meeting with F1 manufacturers. The return to naturally aspirated V10 engines seems increasingly likely.

In recent weeks, rumors about the return of naturally aspirated engines in the world of F1 have grown exponentially. The V10 configuration belongs to the golden era of the top category and brings back emotions and chills for everyone present at the circuits. To understand whether this path is viable, the FIA has already scheduled an initial meeting with engine manufacturers regarding a potential return of V10 engines.

The start of this 2025 Formula 1 season has brought many topics to light, including the yet undefined 2026 regulation changes and the possible return of the V10s. F1 continues to evolve as a series and aims to bring back the thrill of seeing single-seaters race around the track.

What initially seemed like an implausible idea, first published by AMuS, is now taking more and more shape. This is also supported by statements from FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who appears to be pushing for their return through the use of synthetic and non-fossil fuels.

As reported by Autosport, the FIA’s single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis seems to have confirmed that the FIA is seriously considering this engine configuration. Although this idea has not yet been officially presented, the FIA is reportedly planning a meeting with the manufacturers. The first introductory and exploratory meeting appears to be scheduled for next Friday, at the start of the Bahrain GP.

The positions of the various manufacturers have been made clear, with Audi and Honda openly opposing the return of this configuration. Initial suggestions that the current engine regulations could be extended by two seasons, with 2031 seen as a more realistic introduction date, have emerged, since F1 engine manufacturers have already made significant investments in the next year’s power unit.