Allan McNish on Audi’s Formula 1 Ambition: ‘Why Wouldn’t I?’ – A Master of Endurance and Excellence Takes the Wheel at a Defining Juncture for the German Manufacturer

Allan McNish and Mattia Binotto - Audi F1 Racing Director appointment 2026

Allan McNish explains why he joined Audi F1 as Racing Director with a simple ‘Why wouldn’t I?’ The Le Mans legend steps up alongside Mattia Binotto as the German manufacturer builds its long-term Formula 1 future in 2026.

F1 2026 Analysis: Ferrari’s SF-26 Power Unit Deficit Reshapes Competitive Landscape as Mercedes Leads Strategic Arms Race

Ferrari Team Principal Frédéric Vasseur speaking with Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff in the F1 paddock, with engineers and telemetry screens in background, during 2026 season power unit performance analysis

Ferrari’s SF-26 faces a 25-30hp power unit deficit to Mercedes in 2026 F1, costing 0.5s per lap on straights. Technical analysis reveals why Mercedes excels in energy deployment while Ferrari dominates corners, and how upgrades may close the gap.