A new rule introduced by the FIA this year will give added help to power unit manufacturers who are lacking to the benchmark.
Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff has emphasized the importance of not allowing the ADUO system to unfairly elevate a power unit manufacturer to the forefront of F1 rankings. The FIA has implemented measures to prevent any manufacturer from falling too far behind in the new regulations. Eligibility for ADUO assistance is determined based on data, with evaluations scheduled after rounds 6, 12, and 18 of the season. Despite Mercedes’ early dominance, other teams, including Ferrari, are pushing for ADUO allowances. Wolff stressed the necessity for the FIA to prevent teams from using ADUO to catapult themselves to the top of the pecking order. While recognizing Honda’s struggles, Wolff questioned the validity of other manufacturers’ claims for ADUO assistance, emphasizing the need for fairness and transparency in decision-making.
