As you may know, an engine's compression ratio is directly linked to its combustion efficiency. All else being equal, higher-compression engines tend to make more power while offering better fuel ...

Formula 1 is entering a new era in 2026 because of its regulation overhaul, which is arguably the biggest in the championship ...

The FIA has launched an e-vote with the power unit manufacturers, aimed at introducing a new compression ratio methodology from August 1. The governing body has confirmed the nature of the proposed ...

The Formula 1 power unit compression ratio loophole that Mercedes has taken advantage of and which had left rivals frustrated is set to be closed—but only for the second half of the season. Mercedes, ...

Ahead of Wednesday’s expected PUAC vote and F1 Commission meeting, Audi’s Jonathan Wheatley says he has “absolute faith” that the FIA will do the right thing. Formula 1’s all-new technical era has ...

A political firestorm has been brewing in Formula 1 in recent weeks and months over whether engine manufacturers have found a loophole in the new 2026 technical regulations. Mercedes and Red Bull may ...

Hamilton addresses rumors of Mercedes’ technical advantage after day one of preseason Bahrain testing. Concerns raised about Mercedes’ fuel loads, engine modes, and possible compression ratio edge.

Mercedes reportedly exploited the compression ratio loophole with the rival manufacturer protesting to the FIA regarding the same. The FIA body is reportedly set to take action on the same, as the ...