Motor da Red Bull Ford na F1 é competitivo desde o início da temporada

14 de maio de 2026

Reportado por IA

A nova unidade de potência da Red Bull impressionou nas corridas de abertura da temporada de 2026 da Fórmula 1, apesar dos desafios com o chassi. O diretor da Ford Performance, Mark Rushbrook, descreveu a unidade como estando "no páreo" sendo uma estreante.

A unidade de potência Red Bull Ford DM01 teve um desempenho sólido desde a abertura da temporada em Melbourne. Integrantes da equipe e pilotos observaram que ela evitou problemas graves nas primeiras corridas, incluindo o Grande Prêmio do Japão, onde Max Verstappen afirmou que nem o motor a combustão nem a entrega de potência elétrica figuravam entre os maiores problemas da equipe.

F1 commission meeting addresses 2026 power unit concerns

23 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagem gerada por IA

Formula 1 team principals and officials gathered for a commission meeting last Wednesday to tackle key issues with the upcoming 2026 regulations, particularly the new power units. McLaren's Andrea Stella highlighted four major worries, including race starts, energy harvesting, overtaking challenges, and the use of straight mode. While some concerns have seen progress through testing, others remain unresolved ahead of the season opener.

Teams praise Red Bull's engine amid Bahrain testing politics

During the first week of Formula 1's 2026 pre-season testing in Bahrain, Mercedes-powered teams praised Red Bull's new power unit for its strong performance and reliability. However, comments from team principals and drivers suggest political motivations, including sandbagging and avoiding the favorite label. Separately, new regulations are complicating race starts, prompting calls for intervention.

Mercedes teams praise Red Bull's new F1 engine in Bahrain testing

15 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA

During the first week of Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain for the 2026 regulations, Mercedes-powered teams highlighted Red Bull's new engine as the benchmark. Red Bull's technical director Pierre Wache downplayed this, placing his team fourth behind Ferrari, Mercedes, and McLaren. The praise appears partly political amid discussions on energy management and potential sandbagging.

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Challenges arise in 2026 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain

During pre-season testing in Bahrain for the 2026 Formula 1 season, drivers faced difficulties with new race start procedures, while Mercedes encountered political scrutiny over its engine's compression ratio. George Russell described his practice starts as worse than ever, highlighting the complexity introduced by regulatory changes. An online vote among manufacturers addresses concerns about engine compliance.

Ferrari impresses in 2026 F1 pre-season testing

04 de março de 2026 Reportado por IA

Ferrari's 2026 Formula 1 car has positively surprised the paddock during pre-season testing in Bahrain, with strong performances in starts and overall pace. Team principal Fred Vasseur highlighted the reduced concerns over the new regulations, while driver Lewis Hamilton expressed determination for his 20th season. The team's innovations and handling have raised hopes for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix.

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