Doc 56 - New PU elements for this Competition
Technical/Scrutineering
Technical Delegate’s Report
The following driver is using new power unit components for the remainder of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix:
New Components Used
| Driver | Car | Component | Previously Used | Current Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valtteri Bottas | Cadillac Ferrari | Control Electronics (PU-CE) | 1 | 2 |
| Valtteri Bottas | Cadillac Ferrari | Power Unit Ancillary (PU-ANC) | 1 | 2 |
Compliance with Regulations
- Control Electronics (PU-CE): This is one of the three (3) units allowed for the 2026 season, conforming to Article B8.2.2 e).
- Ancillary Component (PU-ANC): This is one of the six (6) units allowed for the 2026 season, conforming to Article B8.2.2 g).
Note: These changes are within the permitted allocation for the season and do not incur a grid penalty.
Jo Bauer
The FIA Formula One Technical Delegate