Mercedes have asked the FiA to clarify if Ferrari are cheating.
The questions in writing were from Chris Jilbert, Head of Product Engineering Capability, Mercedes HPP Brixworth, in which he asked...
Chris Jilbert: "With the exception of transformer oils used within ERS cooling circuits, and hydraulic oils used for PU actuators (both of which should have zero consumption in operation), do all oils (and specifically, any oil used in the pressure charging system) used in the Power Unit need to comply with Article 20?"
Charlie Whiting: "All oils used in the engine must comply with Article 20 of the F1 Technical Regulations. The turbocharger is considered part of the engine."
Chris Jilbert: "If the answer to Q1 is 'yes', does it therefore follow that the combined oil consumption of all the Power Unit oils must respect the 0.6lts/100km limit referenced within TD/012-17?"
Charlie Whiting: "Yes."
https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/m...ebate-1040317/
