"If the advantage is on the combustion engine side, someone can develop a dominant engine that is maintained for the entire duration of the formula," he explained. "But if the advantage is on the electric side, there is much more scope to make up ground if you are behind."

Formula 1's competitive order might be dictated by engine power with the new rule change in 2026, according to new Aston Martin designer Adrian Newey.

Adrian Newey has warned that F1's upcoming regulation changes could result in the sport becoming an 'engine formula'.

Adrian Newey looks ahead to F1's new rules in 2026. Adrian Newey has conceded that F1 ’s new rules for 2026 could place more emphasis on having a strong engine rather than a strong chassis. F1 will transform in 2026 with entirely new technical regulations that will change the cars drastically.

Superstar designer believes all-new 2026 F1 regulations will likely be dominated by a single engine manufacturer. Here’s why

Aston Martin's soon-to-be managing technical partner and Formula 1 aero guru, Adrian Newey predicts that the new era of rules starting in 2026 will be dominated

The design guru, who is leaving Red Bull for Aston in March, has his sights set on the next set of regulations

Aston Martin hire Adrian Newey previews Formula 1's regulation changes for the 2026 season, among the biggest overhauls in history

Adrian Newey, one of Formula 1's most successful designers, has left Red Bull Racing after decades for a high-profile role at Aston Martin.