Formula 1: Ford is rumored to enter a behemoth

The wish of the FIA ​​is that the Formula 1 opens up to new teams and in that harmony one of the best-selling manufacturers in the world prepares its landing. It is the American giant Fordaround which the new entries in the top category revolve.

Second The Qualifiera weekly newsletter examining the business, money and culture of Formula 1, the brand of Oval is in talks with Red Bull to supply it with engines from 2026. Indeed, the deal could close before the start of next season.

“While Ford has remained silent on the situation, they admitted that Liberty Media’s efforts to boost the popularity of F1 have changed their perception and made them consider a return“, indicated Vincenzo Landino, the author of the article.

The information is supported by recent statements to the Motorsport specialist site by Ford Performance boss Mark Rushbrook when he said that “Formula 1 is strong and growing in the US and around the world”.

“What they’ve done right is create great racing and great competition. It’s still the pinnacle, but they’ve been able to reach new audiences with things like Drive to Survive,” Rushbrook said.

Why, then, wait for 2026? Ford is enticed by the shift from F1 to fully sustainable fuel from 2026, something Audi and Cadillac have already cited as needing to be interested. Rushbrook believes there is solid value in categories that aren’t rushing to go fully electric.

“The prospect of one of Ford’s main market competitors, General Motors, joining the Andretti team on the grand prix grid could also pique Ford’s interest in F1. However, Rushbrook believes GM’s actions won’t necessarily dictate Ford’s plans”, points out The Qualifier.

The hypothesis of a landing from Ford to Red Bull, last season’s champion team between Constructors and which maintains a back-and-forth link with Honda -because of the Japanese’s position-the place chosen to advertise the new car is also supported: New York, the mecca of the United States, on February 3rd.

As Landino found out, Ford will send some content creators and influencers to the city on the same date and stated that “Red Bull Ford will be announced at launch next Friday”. Time will tell.