F1 ERS/turbo road engine, how long?

Now that F1 is married to this new V6 turbo design moving forward, I am convinced we will see this concept out in force by all major manufacturers. Gone are the days of supercars or any sports car with just an engine.

We know the new turbo V6 engines will control turbo spool by means of an electric motor which is essentially built into the turbo unit which also functions as an energy harvester, there will be no turbo lag or at least if there is it will be the most minimal amount we've ever seen. Additionally, we have an electric motor essentially driving the crankshaft itself when activated.

Road cars will benefit massively from this because the aspirated engine can be tiny. Torque and driveability of the drivetrain will be immediately available from idle all while retaining a combustion engine.


I might be so bold to suggest the 458 generation of cars' replacement (after the car after the 458) may just be a turbo V6 with the above accoutrements, perhaps called a Dino? The next Porsche turbo will feature energy harvesting and electrically spooled turbos. The Toyota Carolla and its competitors will have smaller engines but with the above technology. Diesel trucks and shipping resources will further implement such tech.


Lastly, I believe aftermarket kits will begin to surface with these types of turbos which essentially have no lag, and can further feature optionally powered ERS motors driving the flywheel or driveshaft/rear end/whatever wherever as well.

F1 2014 won't be just the beginning of F1 turbo drivetrains, it will be the beginning of all major efficient drivetrain development which is I believe why so many other manufacturers are eyeballing getting back into F1 just as an engine supplier, they know what's 10 years down the pike.