General · 14 April 2026
FIA stops Mercedes Red Bull engine trick
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It could affect car speed and race fairness. Motorsport body FIA has moved to block an engine method linked to Mercedes and Red Bull after concerns over a rule gap during the 2026 season build-up. The issue involved compression ratios measured at 16:1 in checks but reaching about 18:1 on track, with rivals including Ferrari, Audi and Honda raising complaints.
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