Formula One - F1 - Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai, China - 08/04/17 - Sauber driver Marcus Ericsson of Sweden drives during the qualifying session at the Shanghai International Circuit. REUTERS/Aly Song
SOCHI, Russia (Reuters) - Honda will supply the Swiss-based Sauber Formula One team with engines from 2018 as well as McLaren in a move that the Japanese manufacturer hopes will help speed up the development of its troubled power unit.
The deal was announced by both sides on Sunday at the Russian Grand Prix. No details about the cost or duration were given, although it is likely to be until 2020 at least.
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