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F1: Mercedes and Red Bull power units under scrutiny

Barely has the current season ended than two manufacturers are the subject of speculation relating to exploitation of a loophole in the 2026 regulations. Just days after Mercedes became the second manufacturer to release a teaser soundbite of its new engine, there is speculation that the German company, along with Red Bull, has found a means of increasing the compression ratio in its engines. It is claimed that rival manufacturers have sought clarification from the FIA in light of the regulation which see the compression ratio reduced from 18.0:1 to 16.0:1 under Article C5.4.3 of the new rules. The aim of the reduction is to curb peak performance while promoting more efficient combustion,...
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