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Red Bull and AlphaTauri’s increased relationship has been under the spotlight ahead of the 2024 season.
Mercedes’ Technical Director, James Allison, does not share concerns about the increased alliance between Red Bull and AlphaTauri, as he believes that the rules in place prevent a closer partnership. While AlphaTauri will be able to take more parts from Red Bull under new leadership in 2024, Allison emphasizes that there are limitations on the transfer of parts and technical data between teams. He explains that the rules are very strict about not sharing anything that could be considered intellectual property. Allison clarifies that strong relationships between teams can only be in the commercial realm, with marketing and business matters being the only aspects that can be shared. The rules have been tightened in recent years in response to past relationships, so it is not permissible to have a close technical or sporting relationship with another team.
