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Christian Horner invited surprise guest to Red Bull sneak preview
Christian Horner provided a sneak preview of Red Bull’s engine project to a key F1 figure at the beginning of the development phase. Red Bull opted to manufacture their own engines starting in 2021, ending their dependence on Renault and Honda for power units. The upcoming 2026 season will be a crucial test for Red Bull’s engine, featuring talent from former suppliers Honda and Mercedes’ Brixworth operation. Initial feedback on the Red Bull power unit has praised its reliability in pre-season testing and its competitiveness against established manufacturers like Mercedes and Ferrari. Despite Horner’s departure in 2025, he once granted F1 legend Martin Brundle a private tour of the power unit project in Milton Keynes, with Brundle commending Red Bull’s efforts on the project. Looking ahead, Brundle highlighted Red Bull’s potential for reliable performance comparable to Mercedes and Ferrari in the future.
