The 2026 Formula 1 cars sound better than their predecessors primarily due to the removal of the MGU-H, which is expected to result in a more aggressive engine note. Audi's team boss Jonathan Wheatley noted that the new engines sound “really good” and have a more aggressive tone than before[1].
Additionally, Mercedes' engine boss Hywel Thomas indicated that the new engine designs will produce high-rev noise even during low-speed sections of a lap, changing the overall sound experience for fans[2]. Although the sound will not change drastically, slight improvements are anticipated due to altered turbo dynamics[2].
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