Ford says its new Formula 1 power unit for Red Bull and Max Verstappen in 2026 is progressing well and remains on schedule. The company is developing the engine with Red Bull Powertrains, and Ford Motorsport director Mark Rushbrook says the project is meeting internal targets as they prepare for upcoming tests.
This engine will mark Ford’s return to F1 power unit development and is being closely watched as part of Red Bull’s shift toward producing its own engines with technical support from Ford. Rushbrook said the team is where it needs to be so far, though full confirmation will come once the engine runs on the car in testing.
Overall, the update gives a positive outlook for Ford and Red Bull’s new F1 power unit ahead of the 2026 season.