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Audi is already planning a major F1 engine concept change to address its current problems. But it’s not a short-term fix
Audi is considering a new engine concept to address its main deficit in Formula 1 to the front teams, potentially for the 2027 or 2028 seasons. The revamped power unit design is seen as crucial for Audi to achieve its title target by the early next decade. The project leader, Mattia Binotto, emphasizes the need for a bold step change in delivering on their ambitions. Audi’s current challenges involve engine performance, energy deployment efficiency, and driveability rather than just raw horsepower, according to Binotto. Audi aims to make progress through software improvements and possibly hardware advancements to bridge the gap to front-runners like Mercedes in the coming seasons.
