The main reason for the exit in 2021 was to be able to concentrate on the development and construction of electric cars. With the increased share of electric power from 2026, a re-entry with technology transfer can be well justified. The entry costs one million euros per year. For a possible comeback, however, Honda will have to look for a new partner from 2026. They will no longer ally themselves with Red Bull. There you would only be a junior partner. RB Powertrains builds the combustion engine itself. The electrical part is not enough for Honda. Now Honda is looking for a team. You can choose between Alpha Tauri, Williams, McLaren or Aston Martin.
Red Bull itself could seek a cooperation with the American manufacturer Ford. According to rumors, however, the new engine division is likely to build the entire powertrain on its own. Ford could join as a financier – and operate its own marketing machine with a badge for the Power Unit.
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