P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 is gearing up for a major rules change next year, with changes coming to both the aerodynamic and power unit rules.
Williams team principal James Vowles downplayed speculation that Mercedes will have the strongest power unit in 2026. Vowles suggested that the rumors were spread by a rival manufacturer to influence regulations. The upcoming changes in F1’s power units will see increased electrification and the removal of the MGU-H component. Despite Mercedes’ history of dominance in 2014, Vowles expressed uncertainty about the performance of different engine manufacturers in the upcoming season. Williams aims to build on their fifth-place finish in the standings in 2025 but acknowledges that reaching the top three would be a challenging goal. Vowles emphasized the importance of steady progress for the team and described a top-three finish as an aspirational target.
