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flag F1 teams clash over 2026 engine rules, with Mercedes accused of exploiting a hot-engine loophole for extra power.

flag A dispute has arisen over Formula 1’s 2026 engine rules, centered on the 16:1 compression ratio limit. flag Teams, including Mercedes, are accused of exploiting a loophole by achieving higher effective ratios when engines are hot, despite passing static tests at ambient temperature. flag Critics argue this could yield a 10–13 horsepower advantage under race conditions. flag The FIA maintains current testing is valid, but the controversy echoes past enforcement issues. flag Red Bull has failed to replicate the effect, raising concerns about fairness. flag Final enforcement decisions rest with the FIA ahead of power unit homologation in March 2026.

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