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Toto Wolff erupts over ‘illegal’ fuel claims: is Mercedes facing a scandalous downfall?

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
February 19, 2026
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Toto Wolff erupts over ‘illegal’ fuel claims: is Mercedes facing a scandalous downfall?

Toto Wolff's Explosive Reaction to 'Illegal' Fuel Claims: The Mercedes Chief Fights Back!

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 community, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has unleashed a fiery tirade against what he deems unfounded accusations regarding the legality of the team's fuel. Just as the dust was settling from the intense scrutiny surrounding Mercedes' controversial compression ratio, fresh doubts about fuel supplier Petronas have emerged, igniting Wolff's fury.

During a press conference at the Bahrain International Circuit, Wolff was confronted with the latest speculation that Petronas is in a frantic race against time to secure homologation for its sustainable fuel ahead of the upcoming F1 season. This looming uncertainty could potentially force prominent Mercedes-powered teams, including McLaren, Williams, and Alpine, to resort to provisional fuel options, a scenario Wolff vehemently opposes.

Responding to the accusations, Wolff didn't hold back, labeling the claims as “total bullshit” and “utter bullshit.” He expressed his disbelief at the barrage of allegations, stating, “I don't know where that comes from, and it starts spinning again. Maybe tomorrow we're inventing something else that I don't know, has been on the Epstein files.” His exasperation was palpable as he branded these rumors as mere “nonsense” and stated, “This is a complicated topic and the process and all of this, but there's just not… I can't even comment.”

But that's not all; Wolff also weighed in on the impending vote concerning the contentious compression ratio issue, suggesting that the winter revelations about Mercedes’ engine capabilities—which could hit an alarming 18:1 compression ratio—are being blown out of proportion. The current regulations state that this ratio must be measured at ambient temperatures, allowing Mercedes to technically comply, yet the use of heat-expanding metals could theoretically push the ratio above the legal limit while on track, potentially impacting lap times significantly.

As the second Bahrain test unfolded, a meeting of the Power Unit Advisory Committee (PUAC) proposed a new rule that, starting August 1, 2026, would require compliance with compression ratio regulations not only at ambient temperatures but also at a “representative operating temperature of 130°C.” When asked about the confidence in Mercedes' ability to meet these potential new regulations, Wolff responded assertively, “Yeah, for me, the way works. Either we stay with the regulations like we are, or the E vote goes ahead on Friday with the proposal that came from the FIA. Both are okay for us.”

Wolff remained steadfast, insisting that the uproar was overblown and emphasizing, “We've said all along that this looks like a storm in a teacup.” He downplayed the significance of the numbers being debated, suggesting that the dispute was not worth the fight. The Mercedes chief reiterated the team's commitment to being “good citizens in the sport” and acknowledged that whether they adapt to new regulations or stick with the current ones, the outcome remains largely inconsequential for them.

As Wolff navigates the turbulent waters of speculation and scrutiny, one thing is clear: the battle for supremacy in Formula 1 is heating up, and the stakes have never been higher. With tensions simmering and the season on the horizon, fans can expect an electrifying spectacle as the drama unfolds on and off the track. Stay tuned for more updates as this gripping saga continues to develop!

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