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Mercedes are reportedly ahead of their competitors in the development for F1’s engine regulations.
According to a report by Formu1a.uno, F1 teams, including Mercedes, have already begun working on their projects and aim to test their power units in 2024, with Mercedes being ahead by a few months. Audi, who plans to enter as a power unit manufacturer in 2026, reportedly face challenges in acquiring top engineering talents. Audi is said to be interested in hiring former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto, who has also been linked to Alpine and McLaren. The 2026 F1 engine regulations, which will feature a 50/50 split between internal combustion and electrical power, were approved in August of last year. Six manufacturers, including Mercedes, Ferrari, Alpine, Red Bull-Ford, Honda, and Audi, have committed to the new engine rules. Recent information suggests that F1 cars will become significantly smaller and lighter starting from 2026.
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