F1 Tech & upgrades News
Formula 1 news about tech & upgrades, aggregated from Formula1.com, Motorsport.com, Autosport, The Race and more.
McLaren to bring upgrades to Brazil GP with F1 2027 in mind
McLaren will further update its 2026 car at Interlagos, with parts that should carry over to next year's challenger McLaren will introduce upgrades to its MCL40 Formula 1 car at this weekend's Brazil Grand Prix, featuring a front wing concept which is expected to feature on its…
McLaren to introduce 2027 F1 front wing at Brazil GP
McLaren will further update its 2026 car at Interlagos, with parts that should carry over to next year's challenger McLaren will introduce upgrades to its MCL40 Formula 1 car at this weekend's Brazil Grand Prix, featuring a front wing concept which is expected to feature on its…
Silly" power unit rules prevent passing, says Hamilton: "The engine can go faster
Formula 1's power unit rules made it harder for drivers to race at the Mexican Grand Prix, according to Lewis Hamilton. "You can't overtake here," said Hamilton in the post-race press conference with Verstappen and Andrea Kimi Antonelli.
Fernando Alonso 'beyond frustration' after engine issue in F1 Mexico GP qualifying
The Aston Martin driver was looking good for Q2 until a power unit problem caused an early retirement in Q1 Fernando Alonso stated that his "frustration is beyond imagination" after a power unit problem caused an early end to his qualifying for the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton "praying" for Ferrari power unit after Mexico FP2 failure
The Ferrari driver contested just 28 minutes in second practice for the Mexico GP due to an engine failure Lewis Hamilton has been left "praying" for his Ferrari power unit after it caused an early retirement in second practice for the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton makes confident Ferrari statement despite Mexican GP technical problems
Hamilton believes the team has "a really good car" this weekend after Charles Leclerc topped both Friday practice sessions Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari could realistically fight for pole position at the Mexican Grand Prix, after team-mate Charles Leclerc finished fastest in…
Former Mercedes engine boss returns to F1 with Audi
Audi has appointed a former senior Mercedes power unit boss to lead its engine department, in a move it says strengthens its organisational structure.
Why Aston Martin and Red Bull were asked about an unlikely F1 engine partnership
Aston Martin insists it remains fully committed to Honda after a difficult start, while Red Bull Powertrains says it currently has neither the ambition nor the capacity to supply a customer team from outside the Red Bull organisation One of the most remarkable moments on Sunday…
Charles Leclerc sets Ferrari target after US GP upgrades
Charles Leclerc is optimistic that the upgrades Ferrari brought to the United States Grand Prix will give the team a chance to win a race in the remaining rounds of F1 2026.
Audi F1 power unit division brings back CEO role
Audi announces its latest restructuring as its strengthens the leadership of its Formula 1 engine project Audi has announced Thomas Fuhr will become CEO of Audi Formula Racing GmbH, the Neuburg-based division developing its F1 power units.
Aston Martin linked with Red Bull engines as Laurent Mekies addresses supply speculation
Laurent Mekies says Red Bull Powertrains is some way off being able to supply any other teams, amid speculation tenuously linking Aston Martin to the British engine manufacturer.
Red Bull responds to Aston Martin F1 power unit rumours
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has confirmed the team is not in serious discussions to supply Aston Martin or any other Formula 1 rival with power units Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has confirmed that the team is not in "serious conversations" when it comes to…