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Major engine upgrade boost to Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi, and Honda

Major engine upgrade boost to Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi, and Honda

2 sources·Updated 17 mins ago·279 pts

TL;DR

FIA grants Mercedes, Ferrari, Honda, and Audi extra 2026-27 engine upgrades and dyno hours after ADUO reviews.

  • No further engine gains allowed after Hungary for these manufacturers.
  • The upgrades are part of FIA’s first two ADUO reviews for 2026-27 engines.
  • Additional engine development resources are provided to boost performance.

From GPBlog · 1 hr ago

FIA’s first two ADUO reviews grant extra 2026–27 engine upgrades, dyno hours and budget to Mercedes, Ferrari, Honda and Audi; no further gains after Hungary

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