“If they want to Join F1, they must do so on our terms”: Red-Bull makes its intentions clear about the possible partnership with Porsche

“If they want to Join F1, they must do so on our terms”: Red-Bull makes its intentions clear about the possible partnership with Porsche

The two major car manufacturers Porsche and Audi had appealed to their parent company Volkswagen earlier this year to join F1 in some capacity. After careful consideration they were given the discretion to do so.

While Audi has successfully reached an agreement with Sauber for the upcoming 2026 F1 season, Porsche has yet to announce anything. There were talks about Porsche possibly partnering with Red-Bull and having a 50% stake in their Formula 1 team. However, elements inside Red-Bull would prefer to keep the technical independence of the company as it is one of its core strengths and has allowed them to win several titles over the years.

Red-Bull’s declaration has halted the talks between them and Porsche, Honda has taken this opportunity to give a counter offer to Red-Bull. Since the Japanese carmaker has deal with Red-Bull currently it is possible that Red-Bull could end up cancelling any possibilities of a deal with Porsche.

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Should Red-Bull move forward with a deal with Porsche?

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Red-Bull have had an amazing season in Formula 1 this year, with them having a lead of over 118 points in the Constructors Championship. With Porsche wanting to be a part of F1, they are in talks with Red-Bull to partner with them for the upcoming 2026 F1 season.

Several factions inside Red-Bull are very hesitant on the plans proposed by Porsche for the future and want the technical part to remain independent instead of under a corporate umbrella. Christian Horner has stated, “They need to decide whether they want to join that party or not. It would have to be, as I say, within that culture of the way that we go racing.”

Porsche joining Red-Bull could end up spelling disaster for the team as it could ruin their style of racing if another entity with authority walks in and starts barking orders. Unless Red-Bull and Porsche can reach a decision that is mutually beneficial for both companies, there is high doubt Red-Bull will partner with the German car manufacturer for the 2026 season.

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