have introduced that they’ll set up a motorsport know-how centre within the UK forward of their Formulation 1 entry subsequent yr.
Sauber, who’re for 2026, have confirmed that potential hub spots within the UK – within the nation’s ‘motorsport valley’ round Bicester, Silverstone and Milton Keynes – are at present being evaluated.
The group insist this new base, which they hope to have operational this summer season, will enable entry to the world’s “largest motorsport experience and expertise pool.”
Quite a few high groups, reminiscent of Mercedes in Brackley, McLaren in Woking, Aston Martin in Silverstone and Purple Bull in Milton Keynes, at present have their bases within the UK.
Sauber COO and CTO stated: “We’re excited to ascertain our technical centre within the UK to enhance our key web site in Hinwil, which can proceed to guide our major engineering operations and expertise the biggest group development.
“Increasing into the UK permits us to stay near one of many world’s most dynamic motorsport ecosystems.
“Our imaginative and prescient is to create a powerful, collaborative community throughout Hinwil and the UK, driving innovation and efficiency.”
The group additionally acknowledge that there are round 25,000 trade professionals primarily based within the UK.
A press release added: “This initiative is a key part of the Audi F1 Mission’s long-term technique to boost and broaden its technical capabilities.”
Sauber, who completed final in 2024, have this yr within the form of German veteran and Formulation 2 champion .
Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu had been dropped after three years as teammates.
