For the past few months a phoney war has been brewing in the Formula 1 paddock, as gossip has circulated about the state of preparations for the all-new regulations coming next season.<br>Specifically, well-connected sources have repeatedly claimed that Red Bull’s new in-house engine project is some way short of where it needs to be, while Mercedes is said to be in the best shape.<br>Although ...<a class='more' href='https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/red-bulls-smart-and-clever-answer-to-2026-f1-rules-conundrum-/10779722/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=RSS-ALL&utm_term=News&utm_content=uk'>Keep reading</a>