Audi has reached a key milestone for the 2026 Formula 1 season by firing up its first-ever F1 engine installed in the car’s chassis.
The successful start marks the first time the power unit has run fully integrated into the 2026 car, showing that the engine, electronics, and core systems work together as intended.
This achievement signals progress from development to reality and energizes the team as they prepare for the full car launch and pre-season testing ahead of their debut season.