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Red Bull set for major overhaul in 2027 despite Max Verstappen resurgence

Despite their resurgence in the second half of the 2026 season, Red Bull aren't planning on carrying over a great deal of their current car to next year.

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 7:43 AM
Red Bull set for major overhaul in 2027 despite Max Verstappen resurgence
Key Things to Know
  • Red Bull plans to transfer almost nothing from their 2026 car into the 2027 Formula 1 season.
  • Technical director Pierre Wache confirmed Red Bull will introduce a new chassis and gearbox for 2027.
  • Wache cited budget cap limitations and regulatory modifications as key factors driving the overhaul.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache revealed that the team plans a major overhaul for the 2027 Formula 1 season, transferring almost nothing from their 2026 car despite a recent resurgence with Max Verstappen. Wache explained that modifications to technical regulations and budget cap constraints have influenced their decision to build extensive new parts across packaging, aerodynamics, and mechanical areas instead of carrying over existing components.

According to Wache, major components including the gearbox and chassis will be completely different for 2027. This approach stands in contrast to rivals Ferrari, whose team principal Fred Vasseur stated that approximately 80 percent of their 2026 car's development work would be carried over into the following year.

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