Those responsible for Formula 1 agree on an increase in the upper salary limit. This is how the teams react to inflation.
Upper salary limit raised: The upper salary limit for Formula 1 teams will be raised by 3.1 percent. This was announced by those responsible on the racing series website. The teams are reacting to inflation, which is putting a heavy strain on the racing teams.
Short, compact, clear
Long discussion before decision: The decision was preceded by a long discussion. “There are teams that don’t mind spending more. And there are teams that are still working below the budget cap,” Williams team boss Jost Capito said in an interview with Sky.
Further decisions are still pending: No agreement has yet been reached on the new engine regulation from 2026. However, the negotiations are “close to completion,” according to a statement. With an agreement, it would be possible for Porsche and Audi to enter Formula 1.
