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Why Did F1 Cars Stop Using Turbocharged Engines For Over 20 Years?

SlashGear By staff@slashgear.com (Mike Garrett) Oct 20, 2026 · 7:15 PM 4 views 0 comments

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Between 1977 and 1989, F1 cars had powerful turbocharged engines that made over 1,000 hp. The sport eventually moved away from them, though, and here's why.

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