Mercedes, F1 and engine compression ratio
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There are a couple of new power unit manufacturers in F1
All 11 teams were able to put their all-new cars through their paces at the Bahrain International Circuit for three days
As the 2026 season approaches, Formula 1 must find a way to resolve its compression ratio controversy - but every possible solution comes with a cost somebody isn't willing to pay
Toto Wolff says Mercedes will not take legal action if the FIA adjusts the compression ratio checks for the 2026 F1 season. He adds the consequences for Melbourne would be “unclear” in that scenario
Engine compression ratios have become a hot topic
A late rule change could turn the 2026 season on its head.
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There are other forms of racing where the cars are designed to be equal (e.g. Race of Champions). F1 and most other series are not that. As others pointed out, there is a long storied history of working around the rules to gain advantage. It seems ...