The high-end brand name is anticipated to have a tie-up with Sauber, although have actually just revealed they are producing engines from 2026 up until now.
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Audi has actually verified its Formula 1 entry from 2026.
The high-end brand name is anticipated to have a tie-up with Sauber, although have actually just revealed they are producing engines from 2026 up until now.
The entry of the Volkswagen- owned brand names Audi and Porsche into F1 has actually been among the sport’s worst-kept tricks in current months, and Audi were the very first to validate their strategies ahead of this weekend’s Belgian GP.
Audi were formerly related to a collaboration with McLaren however have actually apparently turned their attentions to Sauber, who presently run under the Alfa Romeo banner however have actually remained in talks with other brand names.
Audi, whose statement comes weeks after the 2026 engine guidelines were verified, are preparing to establish their own engines, with the chassis still anticipated to be established at Sauber’s Switzerland base.
“I am delighted to welcome Audi to Formula 1, an iconic automotive brand, pioneer and technological innovator,” stated F1 president Stefano Domenicali.
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“This is a significant minute for our sport that highlights the big strength we have as an international platform that continues to grow.
“It is likewise a huge acknowledgment that our transfer to sustainably sustained hybrid engines in 2026 is a future option for the vehicle sector. We are all anticipating seeing the Audi logo design on the grid and will be hearing additional information from them on their strategies in due course.”
Volkswagen’s German competitors Mercedes have actually controlled F1 for much of the last years however the production giant has actually not formerly been included with the sport.
It has, however, dealt with Red Bull worldwide rally champion.
It is anticipated that Porsche will connect with Red Bull, who they have actually been related to for a number of years and who have their own Powertrains Division concentrated on the 2026 modifications.
Speaking about the high-end brand names’ possible arrival previously this year, Lewis Hamilton stated: “I believe it’s terrific that we’re going to get brand-new producers within the sport, particularly as you see there are a number of groups who have possible to be leading groups however are client groups, so I believe it’s going to be terrific moving forwards.”
Max Verstappen included: “I believe it’s extremely amazing and extremely essential for Formula 1 too.
“Of course we have great teams, but to have really great brands behind it is really nice. I’m looking forward to what the future will bring.”
