Swiss motorsport engineering company Sauber Motorsport has announced plans to establish a new technical centre in the UK in what it describes as a major step in its transition to become the Audi F1 factory team competing in the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship.
According to Sauber, the initiative is a key component of the Audi F1 Project’s long-term strategy to enhance and expand its technical capabilities, its new technology centre providing the team with access to the world’s largest motorsport expertise and talent pool. Recognised as the birthplace of Formula One, the UK is home to most F1 teams and around 25,000 industry professionals. By creating the new facility, Sauber Motorsport aims to strengthen its presence in ‘Motorsport Valley’ and establish a platform to collaborate with top experts and attract local engineering talent for the Audi F1 project.
The company is currently evaluating potential locations, including Bicester, Silverstone and Milton Keynes. The goal is to have the technical centre operational by summer 2025.
‘We are excited to establish our technical centre in the UK to complement our key site in Hinwil, which will continue to lead our main engineering operations and experience the largest team growth,’ said Mattia Binotto, COO and CTO of Sauber Motorsport. ‘Expanding into the UK allows us to remain close to one of the world’s most dynamic motorsport ecosystems. Our vision is to create a strong, collaborative network across Hinwil and the UK, driving innovation and performance.’