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Explained: How the FIA plans to avoid a repeat of Mercedes' 2014 scenario in F1

Next year, both chassis and power unit regulations will undergo sweeping changes. Several technical directors in the F1 paddock have called it the biggest overhaul of the past 50 years.

In addition to concerns from drivers about the racing in general, some fear it could pave the way for long-term dominance by a single manufacturer. Memories go back to 2014, when Mercedes’ engine proved significantly superior to the rest of the field and the factory team went on to claim every world title through to 2020.

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