(IN BRIEF) McLaren Racing and Mercedes-Benz have announced the continuation of their partnership in Formula One, with McLaren set to use Mercedes-AMG power units from 2026 to 2030. This partnership extension marks the 26th year of collaboration between the two renowned brands, with McLaren having previously been powered by Mercedes-AMG from 1995 to 2014 and resuming the partnership in 2021. The new agreement positions McLaren as the first customer for Mercedes’ 2026 power unit regulations, aligning both teams’ commitment to innovation and development in the sport. The next-generation power units will feature a 50% electrical power component, deliver over 1000 horsepower, and run on 100% sustainable fuel. This partnership extension underscores the strong and successful relationship between McLaren and Mercedes-Benz, aiming to continue their competitive presence on the Formula One grid.
(PRESS RELEASE) STUTTGART, 24-Nov-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — McLaren Racing and Mercedes-Benz today announced that the McLaren F1 team will continue to enjoy Mercedes-AMG power from 2026 to 2030, thereby becoming the brand’s first customer for the new 2026 power unit regulations alongside the works team.
McLaren has been powered by Mercedes-AMG since 2021, and in a previous era from 1995 to 2014 continuously. 2026 will therefore mark the 26th year of collaboration between the two prestigious brands, both of which have committed to and invested in the sport over many decades and are now cornerstones of the sport.
“We are delighted to continue our partnership with McLaren Racing to at least the end of this decade. The long-term nature of this agreement reflects our shared trust and commitment to our future power unit strategy. Together, we look forward to building momentum towards 2026 and the beginning of another new era of an electrified innovative power unit design in Formula One.” Markus Schaefer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Chief Technology Officer
Mercedes powered the first ever hybrid race win in F1 at the 2009 Hungarian Grand Prix with the KERS system and has led the way in innovation and performance since the introduction of the current power unit regulations in 2014. Mercedes-AMG has powered 114 victories in 203 Grands Prix, including two for customer teams. Throughout, strong customer teams have played a key role in development and learning, alongside the works team.
“It has been a cornerstone of our motorsport strategy to work with strong customer teams. This has many advantages: it gives a clear competitive benchmark, accelerates our technical learning, and strengthens the overall F1 business case for Mercedes-Benz. McLaren have been fierce and fair competitors since 2021, especially in the second half of this season. McLaren’s strong performances underline the importance of transparent and equal supply to all customer teams in the sport, if we wish to achieve the goal of ten teams capable of fighting for podium finishes.” Toto Wolff, Head of Mercedes-Benz Motorsport
For 2026, Formula One will welcome two new power unit manufacturers to the current four incumbents, as it tackles another paradigm shift in technical regulations. The new power units will enjoy 50% internal combustion and 50% electrical power. This has been achieved by increasing electrical performance and rebalancing the performance of the internal combustion engine, to deliver a maximum output of over 1000 horsepower.
The new power units will run on 100% sustainable fuel – which will conform to strict sustainability criteria in both its production and formulation – and overall fuel consumption will be reduced. The electrical systems on the power unit have been taken to the next performance level, and it will feature a single 350 kW electric motor – which is nearly three times more powerful than the current MGU-K, and will require the development of a suitable high-performance battery system.
Furthermore, development of the new generation of power units will take place under cost cap regulations, designed to limit maximum technical spend on the project and consolidate the investment case for power unit supply in the sport.
“The team at HPP enjoys a long and successful history with McLaren, and we’re delighted to confirm the extension of the relationship into the new regulation cycle. Securing this agreement now, with two full seasons until we race the 2026 power unit, gives us a great opportunity to optimise our combined efforts for lap time. We are looking forward to renewing our relationship and working together towards that goal.”
Hywel Thomas, Managing Director, Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains
Looking ahead to 2026, development of the new power unit has been underway since mid-2022 at Mercedes‑AMG High Performance Powertrains in Brixworth, UK. This high-performance R&D centre has produced every Mercedes-AMG F1 powertrain but is also a cutting-edge development facility for the wider group when it comes to high-performance electric propulsion technology. Preparation for 2026 is a long-term game, in which clarity and continuity will be extremely important; and a healthy portfolio of the best possible customer teams will deliver faster learning when the cars hit the track in 2026.
“Mercedes-Benz have been a brilliant and reliable partner of the McLaren Formula 1 team. The extension signifies the confidence that our shareholders and the wider team have in their powertrains and the direction we’re taking with them into the new era of regulations ahead. We have been successful together, both in the last three seasons and when they previously powered the team, so we look forward to the success to come as we continue our journey to fight consistently at the front of the grid”. Zak Brown, CEO, McLaren Racing
McLaren returned to Mercedes-AMG power in 2021. Since then, the team has won the 2021 Italian Grand Prix, – which is the most recent victory for any customer team in Formula One. McLaren has scored 15 grands prix podium finishes in the past three seasons, as well as pole at the F1 Sprint in Brazil, and pole and victory in the F1 Sprint in Qatar this season.
“We are pleased to confirm a long-term renewal of our power unit deal with Mercedes-Benz into the new era of regulations. We have great confidence in Mercedes and our relationship with them. They’ve supported our journey back to the front of the grid so far, and the security and stability this partnership brings is vital in ensuring we remain on this upward trajectory. I would like to thank them for their collaboration so far and we look forward to the years to come.” Andrea Stella, Team Principal, McLaren F1 Team
About McLaren Racing
McLaren Racing was founded by racing driver Bruce McLaren 60 years ago in 1963. The team entered its first Formula 1 race in 1966. McLaren has since won 20 Formula 1 world championships, 183 Formula 1 grands prix, the Indianapolis 500 three times, and the Le Mans 24 Hours at its first attempt.
McLaren Racing competes across five racing series. The team competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with McLaren F1 drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with Arrow McLaren drivers Pato O’Ward, Alexander Rossi and David Malukas, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with NEOM McLaren Formula E Team drivers Jake Hughes and Sam Bird, and the Extreme E Championship with NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team drivers Emma Gilmour and Tanner Foust. The team also competes in the F1 Esports Pro Championship as McLaren Shadow, having won the 2022 Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships.
McLaren is a champion for sustainability in the sport and a signatory to the UN Sports for Climate Action Commitment. It is committed to achieving net zero by 2040 and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in the motorsport industry.
Media Contact:
Rob Halloway
Director Communications Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans
Email: rob.halloway@mercedes-benz.com
Phone: +44 781 079 4532
Bradley Lord
Director Mercedes-Benz Motorsport Communications
Email: blord@mercedesamgf1.com
Phone: +44 7785 682893
SOURCE: Mercedes-Benz Group AG
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