MOSCOW, Aug 26 The German company Audi will join Formula 1 as a manufacturer of power units, according to the official website of the championship. Audi will start participating in the championship from 2026, when the new motor regulations come into force in Formula 1. The decision of the company, which is part of the Volkswagen Group, was announced on Friday at a press conference before the start of the Belgian Grand Prix. The manufacturer said it will announce a decision on which team it will partner with at the end of this year. «I am delighted to welcome Audi to Formula 1, an iconic automotive brand, trailblazer and technology innovator. This is an important moment for our sport. This is highlights the tremendous strength of our global platform as it continues to grow,” said Formula One President and CEO Stefano Domenicali. Earlier in May, Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess confirmed that German group companies Audi and Porshe would join the Formula One championship. -1» as mechanics since 2026. Porshe intends to establish a long-term partnership with the Red Bull team, Audi is considering cooperation with the McLaren team.
