For Ford, its return to Formula 1 is important for several reasons. Thanks to the sport's increased popularity in the United States, the US brand expects to tap into a new audience (read: buyers) at home. Moreover, it can work with partner Red Bull Racing to electrify its passenger vehicles. Article continues under ad Team boss Christian Horner hinted at the press conference following the announcement of the partnership that Ford would be involved in the electrication of the power unit, which mainly will be built by Red Bull. Furthermore, he did not release much about what exactly Ford's role will be, as later Mark Rushbrook (one of the top men within the Ford group) also did not say much...
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