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Red Bull has raised concerns about the new engines being introduced in Formula 1 for the 2026 season, but FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem does not think it will be a problem.
Formula 1 teams are expressing concern over the new 2026 power units, which rely more on batteries. They worry that the 50/50 split between combustion and electric power could require drivers to lift on long straights to charge the battery, compromising performance. Red Bull has been particularly vocal about the need for urgent attention to these regulations. Mercedes’ Toto Wolff has stated that there is no chance of changing the 2026 engine rules. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem insists that while minimal changes are possible, the engines will largely adhere to the current regulations. Ben Sulayem aims to keep Audi in F1 and attract other manufacturers like General Motors. He emphasizes the importance of being open to change to encourage new teams to join.
