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The FIA has shared a statement with RacingNews365 after speculation about a meeting between F1 power unit manufacturers and the motorsport governing body.
The FIA has provided a response to RacingNews365 amidst concerns about a possible trick involving the compression ratio of the new F1 power units from Mercedes and Red Bull.
The engine regulations for the 2026 season have been revamped alongside new chassis rules, marking the first revision in the engine aspect since 2014.
To support new power unit manufacturers, the FIA has capped the compression ratio at 16:1 in the rulebook, but it appears Mercedes and Red Bull may have discovered a method allowing for an 18:1 ratio, exceeding the limit from the previous era.
Speculations suggest this could provide a performance boost of up to 15bhp, translating to about three-tenths of a second advantage at the Australian Grand Prix venue in Melbourne.
With dissatisfaction from other manufacturers like Ferrari, Haas, Cadillac, Audi, and Honda, a meeting has been scheduled on January 22nd between them and the FIA to address the issue without any formal protests lodged to date.
In response, the FIA spokesperson told RacingNews365 that ongoing discussions are taking place regarding the 2026 regulations, emphasizing the need for clarity and uniform application of the Rules across all participants.
