Red Bull have hired another group of engine experts from Formula 1 rivals Mercedes as they prepare to build their own power unit after Honda's departure at the end of the season. The team last month announced Ben Hodgkinson, head of mechanical engineering at Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains, had been hired as technical director of Red Bull Powertrains. On Thursday they announced five further appointments to key roles, all from Mercedes. Red Bull also said a new head of mechanical development would be revealed soon. 'We know that success will only be achieved by bringing in the best and brightest talent, by providing them with the right tools and by creating the right environment...
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