Red Bull Ford F1 engine competitive from season start

Red Bull's new power unit has impressed in the opening races of the 2026 Formula 1 season despite challenges with the chassis. Ford Performance director Mark Rushbrook described the unit as being 'in the mix' as a newcomer.

The Red Bull Ford DM01 power unit performed strongly from the Melbourne season opener onward. Team insiders and drivers noted it avoided major issues during early races, including the Japanese Grand Prix where Max Verstappen stated that neither the combustion engine nor electrical deployment ranked among the team's biggest problems.

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Red Bull executives discussing engine results with FIA officials in a meeting room.
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Red Bull requests FIA review of ADUO engine results

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Red Bull Ford Powertrains has emerged as the benchmark in Formula 1's first ADUO period, prompting the team to request a review of the results before they are made public.

Red Bull Racing is grappling with performance issues in the new Formula 1 era, finishing well behind the frontrunners at the Japanese Grand Prix. Max Verstappen placed eighth and Isack Hadjar 12th, as team principal Laurent Mekies acknowledged the team is a second off the pace. Mercedes has dominated early races amid major regulation changes.

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Formula 1 will adjust its power unit balance for the 2027 season by increasing combustion engine output and reducing electric deployment, the FIA said. The move follows ongoing concerns over the 2026 regulations and the immediate tweaks introduced at the Miami Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen has welcomed an agreement in principle to adjust Formula 1 power units toward a 60-40 split between internal combustion engines and electric power starting in 2027. The four-time world champion said the shift represents meaningful progress after discussions with the FIA and Formula 1. He added that the changes increase the likelihood he will remain in the sport beyond this season.

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