Audi check confirms 2026 Formulation 1 engines will sound superb
Audi has performed a shakedown of their 2026 Formulation 1 automotive on the Circuit de Catalunya close to Barcelona, Spain. It was the primary time we received to see an F1 automotive working the most recent technology engine driving round a racetrack.
Works Audi drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto put some miles on the Audi R26 F1 automotive in the course of the filming session, whereas we received the possibility to hearken to the brand new engine on observe for the primary time.
The FIA has made some vital modifications to the F1 engine for the 2026 season. Whereas the 1.6-liter V6 turbo hybrid has been retained, the output of the interior combustion engine has been lowered, whereas that of the electrical motor has tripled, for a 50-50 energy cut up.
The advanced MGU-H has been scrapped. The Vitality Restoration System (ERS) can now recharge the battery with twice as a lot vitality per lap.
Audi Revolut F1 will unveil their R26 Formulation 1 automotive in Berlin on January 20, forward of the primary pre-season check scheduled for January 26-30.
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