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Rumours have been circulating for some time that Audi will pull the plug on its 2026 project. This would mean that the famous German car brand would not enter. Despite the rumours, however, Audi seems to be continuing full steam ahead with the F1 project.
In recent weeks, rumours have been circulating in German media that Audi is reconsidering its decision to enter Formula 1 from 2026. However, these rumours contradict the progress that Audi has already made, as the company has begun work on developing the 2026 F1 engine and has been attracting a large workforce. Audi is currently taking staff away from other F1 teams to ensure they can compete with a competitive car upon entry. Despite these rumours, there are no meetings scheduled at Audi to discuss pulling out of the project, and indications show that the team is heading in the right direction under the experienced leadership of Andreas Seidl. Audi is in the process of buying Sauber and has already hired hundreds of people to build a competitive team. There have been rumours of a possible withdrawal due to disagreements within the Volkswagen Group, with some preferring to see Porsche in Formula 1 instead. However, a switch from Audi to Porsche would come with significant financial and reputational consequences. Overall, the current progress suggests that Audi is committed to its F1 project and is focused on building a strong team.
Source: RacingNews 365
