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Toto Wolff has delivered a telling update on rumours surrounding the apparent strengths of the Mercedes’ 2026 power unit as Formula 1 pre-season testing draws closer. Mercedes ended the previous power unit era as comfortably the top team, taking a staggering 189 wins between 2014 and 2025 despite a performance drop during the ground-effect years. […]
Toto Wolff provided insights on Mercedes’ 2026 power unit’s capabilities as Formula 1 pre-season testing nears. Despite their dominant past performance, winning 189 races between 2014 and 2025, Wolff expressed caution regarding the current season’s outlook. Mercedes’ success was rooted in meticulous preparation for the V8 to 1.6L turbo hybrid switch well before their competitors. Rumors suggest Mercedes has once again mastered the new power unit regulations, but Wolff remains reserved, citing a tough battle against customer teams like McLaren and Williams. Wolff emphasized the need to stay grounded amidst speculation, wary of underestimated rivals and new innovations in the upcoming season.
