Audi's Binotto urges FIA to rethink F1 ADUO upgrade scheme
Autosport • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:23 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Audi Formula 1 team principal Mattia Binotto is pressing the FIA to reconsider the ADUO upgrade system. This call comes after Mercedes was allowed additional power unit upgrades, citing concerns that the current measure, which assesses only V6 engine performance, favors top manufacturers. Binotto highlighted the potential for leading teams, such as Mercedes, to hold back their engine performance to secure further upgrades. He stated that the ADUO should aim to assist those who are behind rather than inadvertently benefit the leaders in the championship standings. Audi, which has had a challenging start with its engine performance, is seeking changes to ensure more balanced competition within the constructor's championship.
- •Mattia Binotto calls for changes to the ADUO upgrade scheme.
- •Mercedes reportedly benefits from additional power unit upgrades.
- •The ADUO measures only V6 performance for upgrade eligibility.
- •Concerns exist that top teams might exploit the current rules.
- •Audi's engine performance has not yet matched leading rivals.
- 8:23 AMAutosport — Audi calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
- 8:16 AMMotorsport.com — Audi's Mattia Binotto calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
- 8:16 AMYahoo Sports — Audi's Mattia Binotto calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
"Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto is calling on the FIA to "rethink" the ADUO upgrade scheme after Mercedes was one of the manufacturers afforded room for additional power unit upgrades. The Mercedes engine is widely regarded as the strongest in 2026, helping the squad win seven out of the first nine grands prix. But because only V6 power is measured to determine which power unit ...Keep reading
"Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto is calling on the FIA to "rethink" the ADUO upgrade scheme after Mercedes was one of the manufacturers afforded room for additional power unit upgrades. The Mercedes engine is widely regarded as the strongest in 2026, helping the squad win seven out of the first nine grands prix. But because only V6 power is measured to determine which power unit ...Keep reading
"Audi Formula 1 boss feels the power unit upgrade system is not fit for purpose
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External links- AutosportJul 10, 2026, 8:23 AMAudi calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto is calling on the FIA to "rethink" the ADUO upgrade scheme after Mercedes was one of the manufacturers afforded room for additional power unit upgrades. The Mercedes engine is widely regarded as the strongest in 2026, helping the squad win seven out of the first nine grands prix. But because only V6 power is measured to determine which power unit ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJul 10, 2026, 8:16 AMAudi's Mattia Binotto calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
Audi Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto is calling on the FIA to "rethink" the ADUO upgrade scheme after Mercedes was one of the manufacturers afforded room for additional power unit upgrades. The Mercedes engine is widely regarded as the strongest in 2026, helping the squad win seven out of the first nine grands prix. But because only V6 power is measured to determine which power unit ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 10, 2026, 8:16 AMAudi's Mattia Binotto calls for F1 ADUO rethink amid exploit fears
Audi Formula 1 boss feels the power unit upgrade system is not fit for purpose
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