McLaren-Honda 3.0 in 2026? F1
They powered Red Bull from 2019 but opted to walk away from the sport, believing their best focus was on electric and more environmentally friendly vehicles. They chose to leave Red Bull in 2021 but Max Verstappen’s title win, as well as a change in CEO and the 2026 engine regulation changes, saw them have a change of heart.
Red Bull however had already made other plans, establishing their own power unit division which Honda will continue to assist with until 2026 at which point Ford will take over. McLaren CEO has previously said they are happy with their current arrangement with Mercedes, who they partnered with in 2021“There are obviously benefits to being a works team with some of the advanced knowledge that you get,” Brown said, as per GPFans.com, following reports they were working on an engine deal with Porsche in November.“I’m a believer that you can win a world championship with a customer engine.
“I think the engines are absolutely the same. We have a long-term contract with Mercedes, are very happy with the collaboration and aren’t really spending too much time thinking about 2026 and beyond.” Whether Brown’s mindset has changed over the winter following Honda’s confirmed return remains to be seen.
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