Compression ratio Archives

Toto Wolff outlines the impact of the FIA potentially implementing changes to compression ratio tests ahead of the 2026 F1 season.

Wolff on potential changes to FIA compression ratio tests ahead of 2026 F1 season

Rebecca Malitz2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

During F1 Testing in Bahrain, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff commented on the FIA potentially implementing changes to the compression ratio tests ahead of the start of the 2026 F1 season, following competitors’ complaints. Recently, the Mercedes engine’s compression ratio has been a hot topic in pre-season discussions. The new 2026 F1 Regulations reduced the…

FIA weighs in on the compression ratio debate arising from a interpretation of 2026 F1 Regulations

Rebecca Malitz2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

In an interview posted on the FIA’s YouTube Channel, FIA Single Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis and FIA Single Seater Technical Director Jan Monchaux talk about the 2026 F1 Regulations and weigh in on the compression ratio debate. With the introduction of the 2026 F1 Regulations, the FIA lowered the compression ratio limit from 18:1 to…

Aston Martin F1 and Honda comment on compression ratio debate

Eeske Lenz3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

On January 20, 2026, Honda and Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team officially launched their partnership, signaling a major shift in the F1 landscape; the topic of compression ratio also came up. Starting with the 2026 season, the British squad will transition from Mercedes power to become the primary factory partner for Honda, utilising a…