Mexican Grand Prix begins major circuit upgrades to secure long-term F1 future. Formula 1’s Mexican GP secures future with major circuit renovation project.

Initial renovation work gets underway at the Mexico City circuit as organizers push to keep Formula 1 in the country for the long term

The iconic Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City is set to undergo a significant renovation program aimed at securing Formula 1’s long-term future in Mexico. Event organizer CIE will invest 202 million pesos, approximately €10 million, to ensure the circuit continues to meet the highest standards ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix, scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 1.

The project is designed to preserve the circuit’s FIA Grade 1 certification while also adapting the venue to Formula 1’s evolving technical and regulatory requirements. Importantly for fans, the existing layout will remain largely unchanged, meaning the current 4.304-kilometre configuration will be preserved.

Details of the renovation work

The planned upgrades include resurfacing the third asphalt layer in selected sections of the race track, with 6.5 cm of fresh asphalt being applied in targeted areas to maintain optimal track performance.

The drainage system will also undergo comprehensive maintenance to improve water runoff, while the circuit’s kerbs will be inspected and refurbished where necessary.

Further improvements will focus on the pit building façade and its facilities, along with the replacement of asphalt in the service area, a crucial operational space used by Formula 1 teams, engineers, and technical staff throughout the race weekend.

The work is being carried out in close collaboration with Hermann Tilke and his internationally renowned circuit design firm, the same group responsible for the 2015 redesign of the venue. The FIA is overseeing the process to ensure the circuit retains its homologation, while OMDAI México is also supporting the project.

Official statements

Federico González Compean, CEO of the Mexican Grand Prix, said: “This investment represents our commitment to preserving the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez as a world-class venue. Ensuring its international homologation and continuing to raise technical standards is essential if the Mexican Grand Prix is to remain part of the Formula 1 calendar in the coming years. We also thank the Mayor’s Office of Iztacalco for its continued collaboration and for the support provided in facilitating these works.”

Construction began on Monday and will be carried out intermittently in coordination with the venue’s wider event schedule, including activities at the GNP Seguros Stadium. The goal is to complete all work before the Grand Prix without disrupting events that have already been scheduled.

These developments underline CIE’s clear intention to extend the Mexican Grand Prix’s place on the Formula 1 calendar well beyond the current agreement, which runs until 2028.

The long-term objective is not only to keep Formula 1 in Mexico, but also to continue delivering one of the most vibrant and celebrated race weekends on the calendar, ensuring the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez remains among the championship’s most iconic venues for years to come.

This initiative underscores Mexico City’s proactive approach to modernizing its racing infrastructure to meet the evolving demands of the 2026 technical era. By investing in surface quality and facility upgrades, the promoters are ensuring that the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez remains a high-speed staple of the North American leg of the season.