Renault get engine boost for 2009

Renault have been given a boost to their championship chances for 2009 after the FIA confirmed that French squad will be allowed to make changes to their engine.

With a freeze on engine development coming into play this year, Renault believed they had lost out to their rivals during 2008.

However, the 2005 and 2006 world champions will be allowed to make changes to their power unit in 2009 after unanimous agreement was reached between the teams.

"Unanimous agreement was reached on a list of proposed changes to the Renault engine for 2009; all other engines will remain unchanged.

"Comparative testing will not be necessary," said the FIA in a statement on Friday, after the World Motor Sport Council ratified all the rules changes for 2009 and the cost-cutting measures for the future.

The news will also be a boost for Red Bull Racing, who use the French power units.

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