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Analysis: How jet technology is shaping F1 engine battle

Matt Somerfield explains how jet technology could be key in the F1 championship battle between Mercedes and Ferrari. Formula 1 loves a good acronym: just think of KERS, ERS AND DRS. But one we could be hearing a lot more about over the remainder of this season is HCCI or Homogeneous Charge Compression Ignition. So, what is it all about and why is it becoming a talking point in the paddock? Engine push The why is easy, because it is central to the battleground between Ferrari and Mercedes. Ferrari has made good progress this season, seemingly eating into Mercedes' advantage. But it has come at a cost, with the Scuderia spending the most development tokens on the lead up to the 2016 season....
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