Audi has once again dismissed suggestions it is poised to enter Formula 1, amid regular speculation that a Volkswagen Group brand is on the cusp of launching a F1 project was boosted in recent days by the departure of its chief Ferdinand Piech. It is believed Piech had ruled out F1 while Bernie Ecclestone is at the helm, while his expected successor Martin Winterkorn is reportedly much more open to considering a grand prix foray. Audi, a flagship VW brand involved in top motor racing, would undoubtedly be in pole position for an F1 project, and new acquisition Stefano Domenicali even conducted a feasibility study late last year. But even in light of Piech's departure, an Audi spokesman...
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