{"id":658994,"date":"2026-05-09T03:03:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T03:03:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/658994\/"},"modified":"2026-05-09T03:03:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T03:03:14","slug":"changes-agreed-for-2027-power-unit-regulations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/658994\/","title":{"rendered":"Changes agreed for 2027 power unit regulations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img width=\"1500\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/F1-Bearman-Ocon-2026-Miami-GP-GettyImages-1500x1080.jpg\" class=\"attachment-featuredImage size-featuredImage wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<p>By Luis Vasconcelos<\/p>\n<p class=\"postdate\">Date posted: 9 May 2026<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"239\">Next year\u2019s Formula 1 power units will see an increase in the amount of power produced by the internal combustion engine and an equivalent reduction in the power deployed by the battery pack.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"503\">That was the main decision from an online meeting held on Friday morning between the FIA, Formula 1, all team principals and representatives of the power unit manufacturers, and another sign that the sport will gradually move away from the route taken this year.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"632\">It was agreed that, from the start of next year, there will be no mandatory 50\/50 power split between the ICE and ERS.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"886\">The battery pack will lose 50kW compared to what it can deploy this year, while the internal combustion engine will be allowed to develop an extra 50kW, equivalent to 67bhp, through an increase in fuel flow, with the final figure yet to be established.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"1136\">The meeting had been scheduled, firstly, to analyse how the changes introduced for last weekend\u2019s Miami Grand Prix had worked and, secondly, to further develop the start safety procedures due to be introduced at the forthcoming Canadian Grand Prix.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1520\">At the end of the meeting, the FIA issued a statement saying that \u201cthe conclusion from the deployment of modifications in Miami, designed to improve safety and reduce excessive harvesting, was that they resulted in improved competition and were a step in the right direction,\u201d adding that \u201cthe FIA reported that no material issues or safety concerns had been identified from Miami.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1860\">While the \u201cevaluation of the Miami package is ongoing with a view to the introduction of further adjustments at future events,\u201d first on the list, as they are supposed to be introduced for the Montreal event two weeks from now, are measures to \u201cinclude improved start-safety revisions and measures to improve safety under wet conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"2020\">Those measures are yet to be defined, but in Canada, according to the statement, \u201cvisual-signalling measures are being evaluated for the Canadian Grand Prix.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2258\">Looking further ahead, the FIA indicated that \u201cthere was unanimous commitment to introduce changes which further enhanced fair and safe competition, that were intuitive for drivers and teams and were in the best interests of the sport.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2534\">It then formally announced that \u201cthe measures agreed in principle today for 2027 would see a nominal increase in Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) power by ~50kW with a fuel-flow increase and a nominal reduction of the Energy Recovery System (ERS) deployment power by ~50kW.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2830\">Given the devil is in the detail, the final changes to the regulations will be defined later, with the statement concluding that \u201cit was agreed that further detailed discussion in technical groups comprising teams and Power Unit Manufacturers was required before the final package was decided.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"3074\">Once those changes are agreed by all stakeholders, they will have to be approved by the World Motor Sport Council via an e-vote, a formality that will not get in the way of what the teams and manufacturers agree over the next couple of weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Photo by Brett Farmer\/LAT Images<\/p>\n<p>The latest edition of Auto Action Premium is out now in a newsagency near you.<\/p>\n<p>On sale at over 2,300 outlets throughout Australia. 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The name &#8220;Formula One&#8221; refers to the set of rules or formula that all cars and drivers must comply with.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe F1 season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix, held on purpose-built circuits or public roads around the world. The results of each race are combined to determine two annual championships: one for drivers and one for constructors (teams).&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe history of Formula One can be traced back to the pre-war Grand Prix racing, which featured open-wheel cars with supercharged engines. The first World Championship of Drivers was organised by the FIA in 1950, following the end of World War II. The first race was held at Silverstone, England, and was won by Giuseppe Farina, driving an Alfa Romeo. The first constructors\\&#8217; championship was introduced in 1958 and was won by Vanwall.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has seen many changes and innovations over the years, both in terms of technology and regulations. Some of the most notable developments include the introduction of rear-engined cars in the late 1950s, the use of aerodynamic wings in the late 1960s, the adoption of turbocharged engines in the late 1970s, the emergence of electronic driver aids in the late 1980s, the switch to V10 and then V8 engines in the 1990s and 2000s, and the introduction of hybrid power units in 2014.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has also produced some of the greatest drivers and rivalries in the history of motorsport. Some of the most famous names include Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Sebastian Vettel. Some of the most intense battles for the championship have been between Fangio and Stirling Moss in the 1950s, Lauda and James Hunt in the 1970s, Senna and Prost in the late 1980s, Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in the late 1990s, and Hamilton and Vettel in the 2010s.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One is widely regarded as the pinnacle of motorsport, attracting millions of fans and viewers worldwide. The sport is also a huge business, involving billions of dollars in revenue and expenditure. The teams compete for prize money, sponsorship deals, and media rights, while the drivers earn millions of dollars in salaries and endorsements. The sport is also influenced by politics, regulations, and controversies, such as doping scandals, espionage cases, safety issues, and environmental concerns.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe following is a list of all F1 World Drivers Champions by year, from 1950 to 2020:&#13;<br \/>\n1950-1959&#13;<br \/>\n1950: Giuseppe Farina (Italy) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 158, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1951: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1952: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1953: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1954: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati \/ Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1955: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1956: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Ferrari D50, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1957: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1958: Mike Hawthorn (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 246, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1959: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T51, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n1960-1969&#13;<br \/>\n1960: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T53, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1961: Phil Hill (United States) &#8211; Ferrari 156, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1962: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; BRM P57, BRM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1963: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 25, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1964: John Surtees (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 158, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1965: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 33, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1966: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Brabham BT19, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1967: Denny Hulme (New Zealand) &#8211; Brabham BT20, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1968: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 49, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1969: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Matra MS80, Matra-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n1970-1979&#13;<br \/>\n1970: Jochen Rindt (Austria) &#8211; Lotus 72, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1971: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 003, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1972: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; Lotus 72D, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1973: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 006, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1974: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1975: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1976: James Hunt (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1977: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T2, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1978: Mario Andretti (United States) &#8211; Lotus 79, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1979: Jody Scheckter (South Africa) &#8211; Ferrari 312T4, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n1980-1989&#13;<br \/>\n1980: Alan Jones (Australia) &#8211; Williams FW07B, Williams-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1981: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Brabham BT49C, Brabham-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1982: Keke Rosberg (Finland) &#8211; Williams FW08, Williams-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1983: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Brabham BT52, Brabham-BMW&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1984: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1985: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2B, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1986: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/2C, McLaren-TAG&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1987: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) &#8211; Williams FW11B, Williams-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1988: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/4, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1989: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/5, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n1990-1999&#13;<br \/>\n1990: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/5B, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1991: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/6, McLaren-Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1992: Nigel Mansell (United Kingdom) &#8211; Williams FW14B, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1993: Alain Prost (France) &#8211; Williams FW15C, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1994: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Benetton B194, Benetton-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1995: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Benetton B195, Benetton-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1996: Damon Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Williams FW18, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1997: Jacques Villeneuve (Canada) &#8211; Williams FW19, Williams-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1998: Mika H\u00e4kkinen (Finland) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/13, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1999: Mika H\u00e4kkinen (Finland) &#8211; McLaren MP4\/14, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2000-2009&#13;<br \/>\n2000: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F1-2000, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2001: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2001, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2002: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2002, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2003: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2003-GA, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2004: Michael Schumacher (Germany) &#8211; Ferrari F2004, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2005: Fernando Alonso (Spain) &#8211; Renault R25, Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2006: Fernando Alonso (Spain) &#8211; Renault R26, Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2007: Kimi R\u00e4ikk\u00f6nen (Finland) &#8211; Ferrari F2007, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2008: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren MP4-23, McLaren-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2009: Jenson Button (United Kingdom) &#8211; Brawn BGP 001, Brawn-Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2010-2020&#13;<br \/>\n2010: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB6, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2011: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB7, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2012: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB8, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2013: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) &#8211; Red Bull RB9, Red Bull-Renault&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2014: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W05 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2015: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W06 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2016: Nico Rosberg (Germany) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2017: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W08 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2018: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W09 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2019: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W10 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2020: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) &#8211; Mercedes F1 W11 EQ Power+, Mercedes&#13;<br \/>\n2021-&#13;<br \/>\n2021: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB16B, Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2022: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB18, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2023: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB19, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n2024: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) \u2013 Red Bull RB20, Red Bull Power Trains Honda&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;parent&#8217; =&gt; 660,<br \/>\n     &#8216;count&#8217; =&gt; 3206,<br \/>\n     &#8216;filter&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;raw&#8217;,<br \/>\n     &#8216;cat_ID&#8217; =&gt; 37,<br \/>\n     &#8216;category_count&#8217; =&gt; 3206,<br \/>\n     &#8216;category_description&#8217; =&gt; &#8216;An Introduction to Formula One (F1)&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One, or F1, is the highest class of single-seater auto racing, governed by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration Internationale de l\\&#8217;Automobile (FIA) and is owned by Liberty Media. The name &#8220;Formula One&#8221; refers to the set of rules or formula that all cars and drivers must comply with.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe F1 season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix, held on purpose-built circuits or public roads around the world. The results of each race are combined to determine two annual championships: one for drivers and one for constructors (teams).&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe history of Formula One can be traced back to the pre-war Grand Prix racing, which featured open-wheel cars with supercharged engines. The first World Championship of Drivers was organised by the FIA in 1950, following the end of World War II. The first race was held at Silverstone, England, and was won by Giuseppe Farina, driving an Alfa Romeo. The first constructors\\&#8217; championship was introduced in 1958 and was won by Vanwall.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has seen many changes and innovations over the years, both in terms of technology and regulations. Some of the most notable developments include the introduction of rear-engined cars in the late 1950s, the use of aerodynamic wings in the late 1960s, the adoption of turbocharged engines in the late 1970s, the emergence of electronic driver aids in the late 1980s, the switch to V10 and then V8 engines in the 1990s and 2000s, and the introduction of hybrid power units in 2014.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One has also produced some of the greatest drivers and rivalries in the history of motorsport. Some of the most famous names include Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Sebastian Vettel. Some of the most intense battles for the championship have been between Fangio and Stirling Moss in the 1950s, Lauda and James Hunt in the 1970s, Senna and Prost in the late 1980s, Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in the late 1990s, and Hamilton and Vettel in the 2010s.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nFormula One is widely regarded as the pinnacle of motorsport, attracting millions of fans and viewers worldwide. The sport is also a huge business, involving billions of dollars in revenue and expenditure. The teams compete for prize money, sponsorship deals, and media rights, while the drivers earn millions of dollars in salaries and endorsements. The sport is also influenced by politics, regulations, and controversies, such as doping scandals, espionage cases, safety issues, and environmental concerns.&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\nThe following is a list of all F1 World Drivers Champions by year, from 1950 to 2020:&#13;<br \/>\n1950-1959&#13;<br \/>\n1950: Giuseppe Farina (Italy) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 158, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1951: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1952: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1953: Alberto Ascari (Italy) &#8211; Ferrari 500, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1954: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati \/ Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1955: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1956: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Ferrari D50, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1957: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) &#8211; Maserati 250F, Maserati&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1958: Mike Hawthorn (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 246, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1959: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T51, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n1960-1969&#13;<br \/>\n1960: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Cooper T53, Cooper-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1961: Phil Hill (United States) &#8211; Ferrari 156, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1962: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; BRM P57, BRM&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1963: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 25, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1964: John Surtees (United Kingdom) &#8211; Ferrari 158, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1965: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 33, Lotus-Climax&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1966: Jack Brabham (Australia) &#8211; Brabham BT19, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1967: Denny Hulme (New Zealand) &#8211; Brabham BT20, Brabham-Repco&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1968: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) &#8211; Lotus 49, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1969: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Matra MS80, Matra-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n1970-1979&#13;<br \/>\n1970: Jochen Rindt (Austria) &#8211; Lotus 72, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1971: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 003, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1972: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; Lotus 72D, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1973: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) &#8211; Tyrrell 006, Tyrrell-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1974: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1975: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1976: James Hunt (United Kingdom) &#8211; McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1977: Niki Lauda (Austria) &#8211; Ferrari 312T2, Ferrari&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1978: Mario Andretti (United States) &#8211; Lotus 79, Lotus-Ford&#13;<br \/>\n&#13;<br \/>\n1979: Jody Scheckter (South Africa) &#8211; 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