Renault prepares key engine update

Renault is optimistic its power unit upgrade will deliver vital performance gains to close the gap to Formula 1 rivals.

The French manufacturer, alongside the majority of its engine rivals, will run a new power unit specification in Montreal as part of his scheduled development plan.

“We therefore look forward to Canada with optimism; we have the next stage of our power unit development scheduled and a number of aero and mechanical upgrades,” managing director Cyril Abiteboul said.

Renault and customer team McLaren are expected to take the engine upgrade immediately at the power-dependent Circuit Gilles Villeneuve while Red Bull is yet to formally confirm its plan as grid penalties are starting to threaten the team.