Formula 1 is a game of millimeters, but Mercedes just lost a massive battle over internal engine temperatures. The FIA has ...

Bernie Collins, the former McLaren and Aston Martin figure turned Sky F1 pundit, highlighted a discrepancy between the upcoming hot compression ratio test, and actual engine temperatures. The new ‘hot ...

Increasing an engine’s compression ratio is a proven way of unlocking extra horsepower, but there’s a point of diminishing returns. The team at Garage 54, the Russian mechanics who built a V16 using ...

Ferrari has finally given its take on Mercedes allegedly exploiting the compression ratio loophole in the 2026 F1 power unit and is backing the FIA to do the right thing. Even before a single lap has ...

The new FIA rule change regarding the controversial engine compression ratio officially becomes active on June 1.

Reports of Mercedes exploiting the compression ratio loophole with the 2026 power unit started circling the paddock weeks after the 2025 season ended. Amid speculation and complaints from the rivals, ...

What is compression ratio? An explanation of compression ratio; what it means and why it is important. Why some cars need premium fuel, and the advantages of a diesel engine.

Ahead of Wednesday’s expected PUAC vote and F1 Commission meeting, Audi’s Jonathan Wheatley says he has “absolute faith” that the FIA will do the right thing. Formula 1’s all-new technical era has ...

Compression: An automotive term used by everybody, forever. Let's get into some detail and maybe develop a better understanding. Pressure, and more pressure: It's a must-have to produce power within ...