Ford Secures First F1 Win in 23 Years and Announces WRC Return
Red Bull Ford Powertrains claimed its first Formula 1 victory at the relocated Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, marking Ford's first top-step finish since 2003. Simultaneously, Ford announced a return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) for 2027, aligning with a new European product strategy focused on rally-inspired models. The win highlights the success of Ford's technical partnership with Red Bull, while the WRC entry aims to drive innovation for upcoming production vehicles.