Today, the last details were given with the official statement. How does the German giant Audi stand in the F1 project?
The latest statement about Audi and Formula 1 adventure, whose first announcement was made in the past months, was as follows: “Audi continues its efforts for the Formula 1 organization that it will be involved in in 2026. The brand made a simulator pilot agreement during the development of the powertrain of the vehicle that will compete in the organization.” He said that simulation played an important role in the Formula 1 project as well as in the development of mass production models. Oliver Hoffmann, Member of the Technical Development Board of Audi AG, “Our simulator is an important tool for improving the powertrain. Apart from advanced technology, a development pilot is required who brings versatile experience to the project, especially in terms of energy management in racing conditions.” said. The following details about the process were also given: “As a former test and reserve driver for Red Bull Racing, Audi has contracted as a simulator driver, Neel Jani has experience in different areas of motorsport. Having spent many hours in the Formula 1 simulator, Jani has accumulated significant experience in endurance racing in a hybrid vehicle. Also as a member of the Porsche factory team, he won the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2016 and the famous 24-hour race at Le Mans.”
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Experienced Swiss pilot who expressed his pleasure to be involved in the project: “I am happy to accompany Audi on the way to Formula 1. It is both an honor and a great responsibility for me to be involved in a project of this magnitude at an early stage. With the experience I gained from Formula 1 and LMP projects, I am confident that I can make good connections between theory and practice.” said.
In addition, the following was quoted: “Tests on the single-cylinder engine since the end of 2022 yield important results for the development of the powertrain. The project, whose concept phase is still in progress, lays the foundations of the powertrain for the year 2026, where new regulations increase the transition to electric. The electric motor (MGU-K) will then provide almost the same power as the internal combustion engine. The highly efficient 1.6-litre turbo engines run on sustainable synthetic fuel.”
Stating that they are still focusing on basic concept questions about performance, Adam Baker, CEO of Audi Formula Racing GmbHabout subject “However, we do not rely solely on digital methods when evaluating different technical solutions. Technical knowledge, experience and practical development are indispensable elements of drawing the right results from simulation. With this combination, we can evaluate various operating strategies at an early stage and pave the way for efficient energy management of the power unit.” said.
The firm also “It is planned that the first hybrid powertrain, consisting of an internal combustion engine, electric motor, battery and control electronics, will be operated on the dyno before the end of the year and will form the basis for the vehicle concept of the future. Thanks to its competitive environment, Formula 1 serves as a technology experience platform for both electric mobility and sustainable e-fuels.” made his statements.