Audi is pushing for stability in F1's engine regulations, flatly opposing major hardware changes for the 2027 season. CEO Gernot Dollner confirmed the brand's stance, emphasizing cost control and resource allocation as key drivers. As a new entrant, Audi has already poured significant investment into its current power unit concept, preferring to optimize that system rather than divert funds to adapt to new rules.
While the FIA has floated an "agreement in principle" for a 60/40 split between internal combustion and electric power, manufacturers like Audi and Honda have raised financial red flags. Dollner indicated Audi could accept minor regulatory shifts that don't demand substantial hardware re-engineering. However, extensive overhauls would mean navigating approvals from the wider Volkswagen Group and would detract from their primary goal: investing in overall system optimization for competitiveness. This position ensures the debate over 2027 power unit rules remains contentious, pushing for a compromise that balances innovation with financial prudence.
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