Is Porsche contemplating a move to F1?

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Porsche just won its third consecutive victory at Le Mans but there is perhaps a chance that Formula 1 is on the horizon.

According to Germany's Auto Bild, the German manufacturer whose genes are embedded in racing has accepted an invitation to attend F1's next meeting to discuss post-2020 engine rules.

"We now know the (Le Mans) regulations for 2020," said Porsche's Le Mans chief Fritz Enzinger.

"In the next weeks Peugeot should decide whether they come or not. But even if they do, we have to consider whether we want to go another two or three years in Le Mans.

"At the moment, I cannot assess that," he added.

Audi to decide 'soon' on F1 involvement

The Auto Bild report mentioned that Formula E is also being considered as a post-Le Mans option for Porsche, but there are also rumours McLaren is interested in a customer engine deal with the marque.

McLaren's Zak Brown and Eric Boullier were both in attendance at the 24-hour classic last weekend.

Auto Bild is als reporting that in just over two weeks, Porsche's Enzinger and his fellow chief Andreas Seidl will attend the Austrian Grand Prix.

Whatever the future has ins tore, our friend Sean Bull's rendition of what a Porsche F1 car could look like is mighty enticing!

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.