Audi Revolut F1 Team successfully completed the first ignition of the vehicle for the 2026 season
The first ignition of the Audi Power Unit, which was carried out in a chassis developed in accordance with 2026 regulations, was successfully completed. This is the critical first ignition; It stands out as the tangible result of years of close and integrated work between the sites in Neuburg in Germany, Hinwil in Switzerland and Bicester in the United Kingdom. In parallel with this important technical milestone, Audi Revolut F1 Team strengthened its communication infrastructure and launched the new Content Hub platform. Through the platform, media representatives can access team-specific content and register to receive announcements and updates to be shared in the future.
Audi Revolut F1 Team has successfully completed the first firing of its 2026 season car, leaving behind an important milestone in its journey to the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. This critical phase, carried out at the team’s Hinwil facilities, marks the moment when the Audi Power Unit is operated integrated into the chassis for the first time, symbolizing the transition from the design and development process to dynamic reality in the project.
In the world of Formula 1, first ignition is considered a vital checkpoint that verifies the integration and functionality of a vehicle’s key systems. This is the moment for Audi’s Formula 1 project; It is the tangible result of years of intense interdisciplinary collaboration between the Neuburg powertrain team in Germany, the Hinwil chassis team in Switzerland and the new Technical Center Bicester in the UK. At the same time, this moment represents an emotional turning point where the effort and passion of hundreds of experts involved in every stage of the project were reciprocated and the car “came to life” for the first time.
This significant achievement lays a solid technical foundation for the Audi Revolut F1 Team ahead of comprehensive technical regulation changes that will come into force in 2026. The smooth and stable operation of the integrated power unit stands out as a clear indication of the engineering precision and determination that moves the project forward.
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