The next big change to expire Formula 1 it will happen inside 2026, because at that time the regulations regarding power units will change. A movement that seeks to simplify its composition and attract new brands. Two major automakers entering will be Porsche and Audi.
It was the latter who revealed more details about his future project in a presentation in Madrid. What did their top managers say? What is your road map? And which team will they race with in 2026 in F1? Here are the highlights.
What did Audi officials say about your arrival in Formula 1?
Audi unveiled its Formula 1 collaboration project on the outskirts of Madrid on Monday 17 October. Here is a review of the most important statements as published on DAZN’s Albert Fabrega Twitter.
Your competitive goals
Adam Baker, CEO and Audi F1 project leader: “We would like to be competitive in the first year, but we have to be realistic. We want to be able to fight to win from the third year. Now we all have the same limits and that changes the situation. We have invested in the infrastructure before entering the limits McNish was involved in the project from the beginning.”
Which team will they run with?
Adam Baker: “We will announce which partners (team) we will be with at the end of this year. We will also be prepared in case there are customers interested in getting engines. It is too early to talk about drivers yet. We will have a driver development program. Our goal is to win”.
About the current Formula 1
Adam Baker: “F1 is undergoing a transformation. We want to be part of this change and use F1 as a communication platform to show our technological level. The involvement of the new generations is also great. We are already working on the engines.”
