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Red Bull and Ford handed crucial assessment: ‘It can’t be underestimated’
Red Bull and Ford have received high praise for the successful delivery of a power unit that had previously raised doubts before the first pre-season F1 test in Barcelona. Red Bull acknowledged the challenge of competing against Ferrari and Mercedes in engine development, but during the private test in Barcelona, Red Bull and Racing Bulls completed a combined 393 laps without any reliability issues. Racing Bulls’ chief technical officer, Tim Goss, commended Red Bull Powertrains and Ford for their impressive work in achieving high levels of reliability. Goss also highlighted the exceptional drivability of the new power unit, emphasizing the importance of mastering energy management changes in Formula 1. Despite the complexities of the new PU, Goss expressed confidence in the team’s ability to optimize performance and help the drivers adapt to the innovative technology.
