Pierre Wache pointed out several challenges that Red Bull may face in its preparation for the 2026 rule changes. The team has been struggling recently, with issues of grip, balance, and errors in the data of the RB20 car simulator. To improve their performance, they will need to update the chassis and focus on the upcoming regulatory changes for the 2026 season.
The departure of a key member of Red Bull may have a significant impact on their performance under the new regulations. However, the Technical Director remains optimistic about creating a championship-winning chassis in 2026. Wache believes that the more he considers the new regulations, the more he can predict potential challenges. The team will mainly focus on the aerodynamic aspect of the chassis.
Developing the new power units for 2026, especially with their new partner Ford, will pose a major challenge. Wache acknowledges that the power unit development looks promising for Red Bull, but the main difficulty lies in balancing resources between current and future projects for the team.
Red Bull has several cars to work on simultaneously, requiring upgrades during the season for the challenging RB20, as well as developing the chassis for next year and the chassis for the new regulations. Wache describes this as a significant shift for the team, but the technical team is fully committed to improving the car’s performance.
Furthermore, Wache addresses the departure of Adrian Newey. While some believe that the departure of the aerodynamics genius will lead to failure under the new regulations, Wache has confidence in the remaining team members’ abilities to build the chassis. He emphasizes that the team remains focused on their work, despite Newey’s surprising departure.
The Red Bull team has a lot on their agenda in terms of chassis development. They aim to regain lost ground against their rivals in the upcoming races, as Ferrari and McLaren are closing in on them with consistent efforts against Red Bull’s declining form.
