Ford Motorsport global director Mark Rushbrook has issued an update on Red Bull’s power unit for the 2026 F1 regulations, providing an important boost for Max Verstappen.
For the first time in its F1 history, Red Bull is producing its own engines rather than relying on a manufacturer such as Honda.
READ MORE: Max Verstappen handed boost as Ford deliver Red Bull engine update
Lewis Hamilton Mercedes exit mistake noted after ‘little kid lure’ to Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton would have been better suited sticking with Mercedes if his Ferrari switch was centred around opportunities for 2026, according to ex-F1 strategist Bernie Collins.
Hamilton endured a highly difficult first season with Ferrari following his arrival from Mercedes.
READ MORE: Lewis Hamilton Mercedes exit mistake noted after ‘little kid lure’ to Ferrari
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Isack Hadjar blessed with crucial Red Bull advantage in fight with Max Verstappen
Isack Hadjar holds a potentially critical “advantage” over recent drivers who have failed to make the grade at Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen, according to Guenther Steiner.
The French driver has been promoted to what is known as the most difficult seat in F1, but there is reason to predict that it will not be the poised chalice it has proven to be time and time again.
READ MORE: Isack Hadjar blessed with crucial Red Bull advantage in fight with Max Verstappen
Red Bull boss underlines neccessary team shift after F1 controversy
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has highlighted his desire to have less politics at the squad going forward.
Mekies took over as team boss earlier this year after Christian Horner was dismissed from his role following 20 years in charge of the day-to-day operations.
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Haas addresses F1 driver line-up options as Toyota influence grows
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has revealed he is open to the possibility of having a wider partnership with a Toyota driver following the Japanese manufacturer’s increased presence at the team.
Earlier this year, Toyota announced it would be Haas’ title sponsor for the 2026 season.
READ MORE: Haas addresses F1 driver line-up options as Toyota influence grows
McLaren handed serious warning after narrowly avoiding ‘big risk’ disaster
Guenther Steiner believes it will be “difficult” for McLaren to manage Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri through another F1 drivers’ championship battle.
The former Haas team principal feels that unless one of the pair becomes “superior”, the Woking-based squad will struggle to handle a repeat scenario of 2025.
READ MORE: McLaren handed serious warning after narrowly avoiding ‘big risk’ disaster