FIA reviews engine performance findings as Red Bull questions rankings
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:11 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026

The FIA is currently reviewing its engine performance findings after Red Bull was ranked as having the best engine ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. Other manufacturers, including Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi, and Honda, are set to receive engine upgrades, which has led to discussions and debates over the ADUO system. Red Bull, who created their own power unit, will not receive upgrades as they are deemed the benchmark. Team principal Laurent Mekies has expressed surprise at the ranking and indicated the need for further discussions with the FIA. Two reviews of the ADUO results are slated to occur later in the year that will impact future seasons.
- •FIA ranks Red Bull as best engine manufacturer in F1.
- •Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi, and Honda to receive engine upgrades.
- •Red Bull will not receive upgrades this season as the benchmark.
- •ADUO rankings are under review before the Austrian Grand Prix.
- •Two more ADUO reviews are scheduled for later this season.
"The FIA are reviewing their engine performance findings after Red Bull were named as the power unit manufacturer with the best Formula 1 engine.
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