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2026 F1 engine to use 100% sustainable fuel, increased electrical power
The next generation of Formula 1 power unit will have to run on 100% sustainable fuel, place a bigger focus on electrical power and will not feature an MGU-H. Manufacturers and the FIA have been working together on proposals for the new power units — to be introduced in 2026 — for a number of years. The Volkswagen Group has had a presence at more recent meetings, and the latest gathering of the World Motor Sport Council in Paris saw a framework delivered for the 2026 regulations. The current 1.6-liter V6 engine will be retained but the complex MGU-H will be dropped, with additional power coming from an increased electrical output to 350kW. All of this will be developed under a...
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