Germany: Toyota engine deal confirmed

By Karl King
July 22 2005

No official announcement from the team to write about, but in Germany John Howett has confirmed Toyota's intentions to continue to supply Jordan with engines in 2006 - the team which will be renamed Midland next year.

There is solid speculation that the only reason an announcement has not been made on either side is because we are waiting for Alex Schnaider to cough up the cash for the 2.4l V8 engine deal.

"There is no rush on our side to make an announcement," said Toyota's John Howett in Germany. "To some extent the ball is in Jordan's court, but I can confirm that our intention is to supply Jordan next year."

Taking this into account, Howett revealed that talks are not dead with Williams. He said that there is an 'informal discussion' with Sir Frank's team but insisted that it is 'too late' to wrap anything up for 2006.

John is determined to add to our confusion however, adding "It's dangerous to say never."