Red Bull has pulled off a coup by reaching a deal with Ford which will bring the American car maker back to Formula 1 in 2026. Advert | Become a Supporter & go ad-free Ford’s return to compete in F1 for the first time since 2004 was announced before Red Bull presented its new livery for the 2023 F1 season . The manufacturer will collaborate with Red Bull’s Powertrains division on producing power units for the new 2026 engines. They will be raced with Red Bull plus its junior team AlphaTauri. Ford executive chair Bill Ford said its return to F1 is “the start of a thrilling new chapter in Ford’s motorsports story that began when my great-grandfather won a race that helped launch our company. “Ford is returning to the pinnacle of the sport, bringing Ford’s long tradition of innovation, sustainability and electrification to one of the world’s most visible stages.” Ford said the growing popularity of F1, plus its commitment to introducing sustainable fuels and … [Read more...] about Official: Ford to return to F1 with Red Bull in 2026 · RaceFans
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Ford Returns To Formula 1 In 2026 With Red Bull Partnership
Ford is returning to Formula 1. The American automaker and Red Bull Powertrains are partnering to develop the next-generation hybrid power unit for the 2026 regulations. The new engines will power cars for both Oracle Red Bull Racing and Scuderia AlphaTauri until at least 2030. “Ford, alongside world champions, Oracle Red Bull Racing, is returning to the pinnacle of the sport, bringing Ford’s long tradition of innovation, sustainability and electrification to one of the world’s most visible stages,” said Bill Ford, the automaker’s executive chair. Gallery: Red Bull Ford Powertrains 16 Photos Ford and Red Bull Powertrains will begin developing the new power unit this year, which will have to meet the upcoming technical regulations being implemented. The powertrain will feature a 350-kilowatt electric motor, and it has to accept sustainable fuels. The automaker will … [Read more...] about Ford Returns To Formula 1 In 2026 With Red Bull Partnership
Red Bull confirm long suspected power unit partnership with Ford
Red Bull have confirmed their power unit division has linked up with the American giant Ford ahead of the 2026 season. Rumours circulated last month that the American manufacturer had agreed a return to the sport that they departed in 2004 and had chosen to work with Red Bull on their fledgling power unit division. Following Honda’s departure from the sport at the end of the 2021, Red Bull launched their owner engine division with the Japanese manufacturer providing assistance through to the 2026 season. But now Red Bull Powertrain has another major partner behind them with a link up with Ford being confirmed. “It’s fantastic to be welcoming Ford back into Formula 1 through this partnership,” Christian Horner said. “As an independent engine manufacturer to have the ability to benefit from an OEM’s experience like Ford puts us in good stead against the competition. “They are a manufacturer rich in motoring history that spans generations. From Jim Clark to Ayrton Senna and … [Read more...] about Red Bull confirm long suspected power unit partnership with Ford
Ford will power Red Bull and AlphaTauri from F1 2026
Listen to this article While Ford's tie-up with the Red Bull team had been anticipated for a while, with Motorsport.com revealing the possibility back in December, the situation regarding AlphaTauri had been less clear. With current supplier Honda having registered its interest in producing a power unit for the 2026 regulations, there had been speculation it could do something exclusively with AlphaTauri. But, as Ford finally confirmed its partnership with Red Bull Powertrains during a press conference in New York on Friday, the American car giant made clear its deal would be with the energy drink giant's two F1 squads. The company is to become a partner in Red Bull Ford Powertrains, to supply its two teams from 2026 until at least 2030. Work is to start immediately with Red Bull in helping develop the new engine, which will include a 350kW electric motor. It is anticipated that Ford will assist in the progress of the combustion engine development, as well as in areas … [Read more...] about Ford will power Red Bull and AlphaTauri from F1 2026