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Williams readies major B-spec package for Baku
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ConfirmedWilliams plans a major B-spec upgrade package for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Team principal James Vowles has described it as an almost entirely new car with a new chassis and other components. The package arrives after incremental updates earlier in the season.
Williams upgrade timeline
Williams will introduce its major B-spec upgrade package at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. [1] Team principal James Vowles has characterised the changes as an almost entirely new car featuring a new chassis and supporting components. [3]
Smaller updates have already arrived at earlier events including Silverstone. [3] The Baku package represents the culmination of the team's development efforts for the season.
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Sources
- [1]Williams tipped for "huge step" forward at Azerbaijan GP with major upgrade (motorsport). Accessed 2026-09-15.
- [2]'Like flying the plane and rebuilding it' – Why Williams' 'B-spec' upgrade is a key test for their long-term future (formula1). Accessed 2026-09-15.
- [3]Williams plans "almost entirely new car" by Azerbaijan GP (motorsport). Accessed 2026-09-15.
Published 15 Sept 2026, 14:11 UTC