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Williams prepares for significant B-spec car upgrade ahead of Baku

Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 10:28 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Williams prepares for significant B-spec car upgrade ahead of Baku

Summary

Williams is set to introduce a 'B-spec' car for the upcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix in September. Team Principal James Vowles considers this upgrade critical for the team's future and performance assessment. Following previous incremental improvements, this upgrade reflects the team's commitment to enhancing their car's competitiveness. Drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon noted recent progress despite ongoing challenges. The team aims to demonstrate its engineering capability during a season already filled with reliability issues.

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•B-spec car set to debut in Baku on September 1
•Team Principal Vowles calls upgrade crucial for long-term success
•Sainz and Albon see recent improvements but stress need for better performance
•Drivers face challenges due to current reliability issues
•Team focuses on balancing real-time development and competitive performance

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Williams are looking to introduce a 'B-spec' car in Baku and - according to James Vowles - it will be a pivotal litmus test for the future.
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Why Williams’ ‘B-spec’ upgrade is such a key test
Williams are looking to introduce a 'B-spec' car in Baku and - according to James Vowles - it will be a pivotal litmus test for the future.

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