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Red Bull Powertrains Set as Benchmark in FIA Document for 2026 Engines
In the FIA document regarding 2026 power unit development permissions, Red Bull Powertrains' engine was evaluated as the benchmark performance. Mercedes ranked second, while Ferrari, Audi, and Honda were positioned further behind.
The FIA's evaluation of the 2026 Formula 1 power units revealed that Red Bull Powertrains' engine was identified as the benchmark performance. This result stood out as a notable surprise in the calculations for development permissions in the new engine era.
The assessment focused more on the internal combustion unit's performance rather than the entire engine. It is expected that the FIA will communicate these results to the teams shortly.
How Development Permissions Will Work
The FIA's system called ADUO allows manufacturers to open homologated power units and make updates during specific periods. Under this system, manufacturers can be granted one or two development opportunities for the remainder of the season.
Red Bull Powertrains topping this comparison was considered remarkable due to the relative newness of the project. It was noted that the company was established in 2022 and began engine development in preparation for the new regulations.
Mercedes in Second Place, Others Behind
The evaluation placed Mercedes second after Red Bull Powertrains, trailing by more than two points. According to this, Mercedes is expected to receive one development opportunity.
Ferrari, Audi, and Honda were positioned further behind, each reportedly receiving two development opportunities. Audi confirmed it earned at least one ADUO right and stated that the largest difference in the database was found in the engine rather than the chassis.
Ford Partnership Also Highlighted
It was noted that Red Bull Powertrains' engine is being developed in technical partnership with Ford. Ford's motorsport director Mark Rushbrook expressed satisfaction with the collaboration. Rushbrook said they developed a power unit from scratch together with the Milton Keynes-based team and are proud of the project.
Rushbrook also stated their goal is to win races and championships and that they are currently pleased to be in the upper half of the grid. He added that the teams are working intensively to improve performance and are determined to solve any issues despite challenges.
Notable Picture Before the New Era
The report emphasized that Red Bull Powertrains, with its newly established structure, surpassing automotive giants Audi, Mercedes, Honda, and Ferrari was an unexpected outcome. This is seen as an important indicator of how competition will shape up ahead of the 2026 engine regulations.
The FIA is expected to make an official announcement soon, and the ADUO results will directly impact development opportunities for the remainder of the season.
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