Engine lasting two races was to reduce costs, in theory, a major concern for some of the lesser teams who struggle to compete. Even so doesn't work that well as the big boys have more money to develop in to making their engines last longer.
The tyres I think was another, failed, attempt to slow cars down and make overtaking more likely. Not really seen evidence that shows that is or isn't working. I suspect other changes like wing sizes have had just as much effect (cars now loose grip when approaching behind others that they still can't pass easily).
As for swapping to Bridgestone tyres, I doubt that is safe too. Bridgesoten and Michelen tyres are different construction and weight. The whole car handling would change dramatically, and if they have no test data, i suspect teams just wouldn't know how well the car would stay glued to the track.
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Originally Posted by ian@huth
What's the betting that someone tries to start a rival company for F1 like has happened in the States with Indy car and Cart.
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There has been a lot of talk already I beleive amongst many of the teams, with Bernie struggling to hold the different factions together.