F1's next-generation engine to lose MGU-H as key details emerge

The FIA has confirmed that Formula 1’s next-generation engine set for introduction in 2026 will remove the MGU-H component. 
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W12 leads at the start of the race.
Lewis Hamilton (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W12 leads at the start of the race.
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F1 is currently in the process of finalising 🥂its next power unit regulations for 2026 onwards, with sustainability, effi⭕ciency and increased power at the forefront of its target. 

An update was provided by t♔he FIA following Wednesday’s meeting of the World Mot🥀or Sport Council. 

F1’s next-generation engine will retain the 1.6-litre V6 concept that has featured since 2014 but it has been agreed that the sophisticated and costly MGU-H e𒁃lement will 🙈be removed. 

That loss will be replaced by 📖an increase in the eleꦡctrical power output to 350kW through the MGU-K. 

The FIA also confirmed that a power unit cost cap will form part of its bid to significantly reduce costs and attract interested n🌸ewcomers to F1 amid intensifying links that Audi and/or Porsche is seeking an entr♔y. 

While F1 is keen to stress a “powerful environmental message” by using 100% sustainable fuel in its new enginꦆe, the FIA insists it will “protect the show” through a “powerful and high-revving power unit, car performance, sound, drivers’ ability to race” and🅠 “avoiding excessive differentiation”. 

A detailed document of the 2026 Power Unit Regulations is set to be developed in the coming weeks and submit♚ted to the WMSC in early 2022.

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