The Volkswagen Group is inching closer to committing two of its brands to participate in Formula 1 after the proposals were discussed at a board meeting yesterday.
However no final decision will be taken until F1 confirms plans for its 2026 regulations, which will include the replacements for the V6 hybrid turbo power units which were introduced in 2014.
VW Group is considering whether to move into the series with Porcshe, which it describes as its ‘Sport’ brand, and Audi, one of its four ‘Premium’ marques.
A group spokesperson confirmed the two brands are planning a potential participation in the championship, which was discussed at a supervisory board meeting yesterday.
VW Group, one of the world’s leading car manufacturers, is understood to be awaiting clarification of F1’s future rules before committing. These are expected to include a revised hybrid with no MGU-H and a more powerful MGU-K.
The FIA also said last year it intends to “make it possible for [newcomers] to…