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Red Bull boss Christian Horner has claimed his team’s fledgling Formula 1 powertrains division has been bolstered by “over 200” signings from rivals Mercedes.
Mercedes has been considered the top brand in F1 engine development since the introduction of hybrid powertrains in 2014. In 2026, there will be a greater emphasis on electrification in engine regulations, with a 50/50 split in power delivery through hybrid powertrains. Red Bull is set to enter the power unit arena, with many former Mercedes staff joining the team in Milton Keynes. Despite the departures of high-profile figures like Adrian Newey and Jonathan Wheatley, Red Bull remains confident in its ability to challenge Mercedes and other competitors with a strong team. Currently, Red Bull is facing a winless streak of eight races and has fallen behind McLaren in the Constructors’ Championship, while driver Max Verstappen leads the Drivers’ standings.
