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Andreas Seidl, CEO of Audi’s Formula 1 outfit has provided an update on the project’s progress as the German marque
Audi announced its plan to join F1 in 2026 at the 2022 Belgian Grand Prix, revealing a majority takeover of the Sauber team. Speculation arose due to lack of updates, but Audi confirmed its commitment to the full takeover at the 2022 Saudi Arabian GP. The focus now is on preparing for the 2026 entry with revised power unit regulations emphasizing sustainable fuels and electrification. Audi has been working on its power unit and transforming Sauber into a factory team, with Adam Baker leading building efforts since 2022. While Audi acknowledges its competitors’ head start, it believes its drive development knowledge and new F1 talent will help level the playing field.
