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Lewis Hamilton has revealed the extent of Ferrari’s straight-line speed deficit to Mercedes’ class-leading Formula 1 power unit, and shared driver’s biggest concern heading into the British Grand Prix.
In the middle of a fiercely competitive Formula 1 development war, turning down a free performance upgrade seems like tactical suicide. Yet, while rivals like Ferrari and Audi have already jumped on their ADUO allocations to rush new power
Formula One champions McLaren are waiting on Mercedes' latest engine upgrade to push them closer to the front, possibly as soon as this month's Belgian Grand Prix, boss Zak Brown said on Friday.
F1 rule changes: rebalancing engine/ERS, reviews in 2027–2028, flexible heat‑related measures, a rain boost for safety, and extra winter testing days.
Formula 1 is in the midst of two parallel sets of engine discussions, both important for the future of the sport. The more immediate one is to find a short and medium-term fix for some of the problems that have arisen with the new engines introduced this year.
The recent additional development and upgrade opportunities (ADUO) ruling from the FIA confirmed that Ferrari would get two homologations as a result of being between two and four per cent behind the fastest power unit on the grid (Red Bull-Ford's power unit).
FIA approves 2026 F1 rules with tightened power unit balance and ERS changes; Marko tips Mercedes as Austrian GP favourites, with Red Bull upgrades in play
Red Bull Powertrains has been identified as the F1 2026 engine benchmark according to an FIA letter sent to teams.
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What causes Formula 1 engines to explode
Formula 1 engines operate under extreme temperatures, enormous pressure, and relentless performance demands, leaving almost no margin for error. Even the smallest mechanical issue or calibration mistake can quickly escalate into a catastrophic failure at full speed.
Formula 1s governing body, the FIA, are holding discussions with the teams regarding their engine performance findings; Red Bull were deemed to have the best engine, while Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi and
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Former F1 chief makes unexpected endorsement for banned V8 engine after 15 years
It’s been nearly a decade since Bernie Ecclestone left the world of Formula One, but his recent comments are probably going to make F1 fans pleased. According to motorsport.com, the 95-year-old former executive is fully backing the FIA’s proposed move to V8 engines.
