Red Bull Ford Powertrains secured its first podium in Montreal, but Ben Hodgkinson insists the gap to the leading F1 teams is still a “significant” deficit.
Red Bull Ford Powertrains technical director Ben Hodgkinson recognizes the team’s significant deficit to Formula 1’s leading teams despite Max Verstappen’s podium finish at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Verstappen’s third-place finish marked a milestone for the power unit manufacturer, showcasing the achievements made in just five years.
Hodgkinson expressed pride in competing with major automotive industry names and acknowledged the challenging competition faced by the team.
Despite early-season reliability issues and a demanding RB22, Red Bull Ford is determined to progress in the constructors’ standings.
The team’s performance has been promising, especially considering the competition from established manufacturers like Mercedes HPP and Ferrari.
Looking ahead, Red Bull Ford aims to close the gap to front-runners and secure their first win in the evolving landscape of Formula 1.
