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Ford CEO Jim Farley is adamant the American brand will go “to the top of the podium” in Formula 1
The Milton-Keynes-based Red Bull team will be developing their own power unit for the 2026 season, which will see an increased reliance on electric components. They have entered into a technical partnership with Ford to assist with the electric side of the power unit. Ford CEO Jim Farley expressed confidence in the partnership and the progress they are making. The new engine regulations in F1 for 2026 will also have road-going relevance, with technology learned on the track being applied to Ford’s production electric cars. Ford’s return to F1 will focus on technology transfer rather than owning a team, and they plan to offer battery tech for the electric aspect of the power unit.
