Power Unit
Ford credits Horner while valuing Mekies' engineering role in Red Bull debut
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Ford Performance director Mark Rushbrook has praised Christian Horner's foundational role in the Red Bull-Ford partnership, even as the team begins its on-track tests with new leadership under Laurent Mekies. The Red Bull RB22, powered by the in-house DM01 engine, completed its debut shakedown in Barcelona without major issues, though a crash later disrupted the programme. Mekies described the moment as tense yet special, marking a key milestone for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team unveiled its 2026 challenger, the W17 E Performance, in a digital launch event on February 2. The car introduces major regulatory changes, including a revamped power unit and smaller chassis. Team principal Toto Wolff emphasized the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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Red Bull unveiled its new technical partnership with Ford at a launch event in Detroit, highlighting the challenges and excitement ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season. The event featured driver announcements, livery reveals, and insights into the teams' ambitious power unit project. With major regulation changes looming, both companies emphasized the high stakes involved.