General Motors, Ford, and Red Bull are all getting back into the game, but they’re not racing against each other. Instead, they’re working together to create hybrid engines that will be used in F1 races starting in 2026.

These engines will be much more powerful than current ones—but they’ll also rely on electric power significantly more than current engines do. The result? These new hybrid engines will produce more than 1,000 horsepower while still burning renewable fuels like ethanol or biofuels.

It’s a win-win for all three companies: GM gets to show off its advanced technology; Ford gets another way to showcase its prowess at designing cars; and Red Bull gets an edge over its competitors by being able to offer something new and exciting.

But this isn’t just a matter of bragging rights—it’s also about money. If you’ve ever watched an F1 race on TV before, then you know how expensive it can be for teams/sponsorships/etc., which is why it’s so hard for smaller companies like Alpine (from France) or Andretti Global Motorsports (from Italy) to compete with the big boys like Ferrari or Mercedes.