F1 Engine Manufacturers Agree To Back 2026 Regulations

The Formula 1 Power Unit manufacturers for 2026 met today to discuss concerns over the new regulations, amidst rumours of V10 engines returning.

At the meeting hosted by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, representatives from Audi, Ferrari, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Mercedes and Red Bull were present.

The FIA president was the first to raise the idea of V10 engines returning to the sport, however, the meeting resulted in a firm commitment from the FIA and teams to the new regulations.

There had been rumours flying around that the new regulations could be ditched as early as 2028, however, these were put to bed with the earliest change now thought to be after 2029.

The agreed length for the new regulations is set at 5 years, ending in 2031, however, this is open for change if backed by the majority of the engine manufacturers.

Rumours around the re-introduction of V10 engines to the sport, last seen in 2005, also seem to have been cooled by the FIA saying hybrid engines will always be part of any future considerations.

One of the points raised by the FIA backing the new regulations was how they had attracted new Power Unit manufacturers to the sport in Ford, Audi and GM.

One of the other takeaways from the meeting was a commitment from all involved to reduce the costs and increase the sustainability of engine production in the future.