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Audi confirms plans for new F1 base

The Audi Formula 1 team has revealed plans for its long-term development, including a new 'campus' near the existing factory in Hinwil, Switzerland."Elements of the new Campus on Zurichstrasse became operational in summer 2026, with the full development scheduled for…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 9:50 AM
Audi confirms plans for new F1 base
Key Things to Know
  • Audi announced plans for a new Formula 1 campus near its existing Hinwil factory in Switzerland.
  • Parts of the Zurichstrasse site opened in summer 2026, with full project completion scheduled for 2030.
  • The existing Hinwil base will be redeveloped but will retain its wind tunnel and manufacturing operations.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Audi has confirmed long-term development plans to build a new Formula 1 campus near its existing factory in Hinwil, Switzerland. Parts of the new site on Zurichstrasse became operational in summer 2026, with the entire facility scheduled for completion by 2030.

The existing Wildbachstrasse facility will be redeveloped while retaining its modernized wind tunnel and manufacturing operations. Audi will also keep its engine development site in Neuburg and UK offices in Bicester to support talent recruitment, according to team CEO Mattia Binotto.

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