Christian Horner acknowledges that it is highly unlikely that Red Bull will have their own powertrains ready for the 2026 season. The team has had a long-standing partnership with Honda as their power unit supplier in Formula 1. However, they have now joined forces with Ford to develop their own power units starting from 2026. The upcoming regulations present exciting challenges for Red Bull, especially after Honda’s departure. Horner, the boss of Red Bull, has expressed his thoughts on the daunting task of creating their own engine.
The collaboration with Ford will greatly assist Red Bull in their endeavor to build new power units under the new regulations. Horner believes that the Austrian team has taken control of their own destiny. He also highlights that, apart from Ferrari, Red Bull is the only team with both their chassis and engine department located at the same site in Milton Keynes.
Even for a capable constructor like Red Bull, the task of developing an entire engine and chassis from scratch is arduous. Horner acknowledges that the dream may seem unattainable, but he remains confident that it will eventually pay off in the long term.
If successful, Red Bull’s powertrains could potentially supply four different teams on the grid. Horner reveals that they have already received inquiries from multiple teams regarding their engine. However, their current focus is on their two teams within the Red Bull family. Nevertheless, Horner is open to partnering with the right team.
Red Bull’s struggles in the 2024 season have taken them by surprise, and they are working tirelessly to improve their performance. Milton Keynes will need to put in immense effort to develop their own power units and create a better situation for themselves. Despite the challenges, this entire situation is sure to excite fans of the sport.
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