Ford has confirmed the rumors that have been circulating in recent months – in 2026 the company will return to Formula 1 as a supplier of power plants. The official statement does not say which team Ford will be working with, but it is noteworthy that the announcement was made less than an hour before the Red Bull Racing presentation.
Bill FordFord Motor Company Executive Chairman said: “This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Ford history, which began when my great-grandfather won a race that helped found our company.
Ford is returning to the pinnacle of motorsport and will bring the company’s long tradition of innovation, sustainability and electrification to one of the world’s most visible events.”
Stefano DomenicaliHead of Formula 1: “Today we learned the great news that Ford will be returning to Formula 1 in 2026. This is important to our sport and we are delighted that they will be joining other Formula 1 car partners.
Ford is a global brand with an incredible heritage in the racing and automotive worlds. They see the great value of our platform, which reaches half a billion fans around the world. Our commitment to achieving zero CO2 emissions by 2030 and introducing cleaner fuels into Formula 1 from 2026 is also a key reason for their decision to return to the championship.”
Source: F1 News
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