Red Bull officially named F1’s best engine as FIA makes ADUO results public

The FIA has published the results of the latest Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) evaluation for Formula 1 power units – with Red Bull-Ford still considered the benchmark.

According to the governing body’s analysis, which is inclusive of all races from the Melbourne season opener to round 11 at Budapest, the Red Bull-Ford internal combustion engine is the most powerful in F1.

Mercedes is 2-4% down on power, while Audi, Ferrari and Honda are more than 4% adrift; the Japanese manufacturer’s new powertrain, which was introduced at last weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix, was not taken into account.

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