Honda has explained how it has helped Red Bull sustain its dominance in Formula 1 despite the manufacturer’s involvement being
Red Bull dominated the 2022 Formula 1 season after the reintroduction of ground-effect cars, winning almost all races and clinching both championships effortlessly. The team’s commanding lead allowed them to focus on developing the RB20 and unveiling innovative upgrades, resulting in four wins in the first five races. Despite their successful partnership with Honda in the past, Red Bull surprised everyone with significant changes to the RB20, prompting Honda Racing Corporation President Koji Watanabe to express his amazement. With Honda exiting F1 in 2021, the FIA introduced power unit homologation to cut costs, but existing suppliers like Honda continue to enhance reliability, supporting Red Bull’s design changes and ensuring improved engine performance. The collaboration between Honda and Red Bull highlights the importance of reliability and design flexibility in maximizing performance in the highly competitive world of Formula 1.
