Formula 1 is a lucrative sport for many as it offers countless possibilities. With the new engine regulations in 2026, new names such as Audi and Porsche could be on the grid. The rumors suggest they could take over an existing team or partner with Mercedes or McLaren.
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Audi and Porsche parent company Volkswagen might be considering jumping into competitive sport, and it has been rumored that they are in talks with Formula 1. With the new rules for the engine from 2026, they could see this as an opportunity to invest in Formula 1.
But there could also be the possibility that Audi will adopt the Woking-based outfit. The team, led by Zak Brown, is believed to have been in debt and sold assets to support their accounts. Given the situation McLaren is stuck in, the German manufacturer could step in.
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Audi and Porsche could team up with McLaren if they join F1
Formula 1 has always been a leader in technology and innovation. As a result, many automakers are tempted to join the grid as soon as the new regulation comes into effect in 2026. One of the prominent names rumored to be on the grid is the Volkswagen Group and would see Audi and Porsche switch to McLaren or Mercedes.
Formula 1 F1 – Turkish Grand Prix – Intercity Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – October 8, 2021 McLarens Daniel Ricciardo in action during practice REUTERS / Murad Sezer
The British journalist Joe Saward reports from FormulaPassion.it: “Audi and Porsche seem to have different ideas, whereby the first could indicate the purchase of a team and the second is more interested in an exclusive partnership with an existing team. based on the model of Mercedes with McLaren from a few years ago. “
He added: “If you want to buy a team for Audi instead, there are a few more options. For example, Sauber, which is for sale but already has an agreement in the pipeline. The best team available seems to be McLaren. It may sound like heresy, but McLaren is heavily in debt and has sold assets and assets to improve their accounts. One could imagine an association with Audi not only in terms of sport, but also in terms of technology and road vehicles. ”(Translated from Italian via Google)
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The Silver Arrows are considered to be one of the most dominant teams on the route. Not only are they a force to be reckoned with, but they also form partnerships in terms of strength units in the paddock.
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Formula 1 F1 – Turkey Grand Prix – Intercity Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – October 9, 2021 Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton in qualifying REUTERS / Murad Sezer
Mercedes supports teams like McLaren and Williams in sport with the delivery of engines. With the possibility of new teams entering the field, it wouldn’t be a surprise if they partnered with new units in the paddock.
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