Honda, Porsche and perhaps even Ford may be about to surprise the Formula 1 world by signing up for the new 2026 engine rules. Indeed, the subsidiary has signed up for the FIA’s 2026 rules as a ‘new’ engine supplier, giving extra life to rumours that it is Ford that is interested in a collaboration with Red Bull. McLaren and Porsche have a successful past relationship in Formula 1 from their collaboration in the 80s, triggering suggestions Zak Brown may be interested in firing up a works deal to replace the existing customer deal with Mercedes. “I’m a believer that you can win a world championship with a customer engine.

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