Red Bull Racing lifted the cover on its 2026 Formula 1 look in Detroit, putting early spotlight on a season shaped by major technical rule changes and a fresh power-unit chapter. The reveal, staged at Michigan Central Station, doubled as a statement of intent ahead of pre-season running, with the team leaning into a sharper, throwback-inspired finish that has already split opinion online.
Red Bull’s Detroit Launch Signals a New Era before Testing Begins
The livery launch comes as Red Bull begins its first season in the Red Bull Ford Powertrains era, a shift that places extra attention on reliability and development pace before the opening races. Max Verstappen and new team-mate Isack Hadjar presented the car, while the team teased the design details on social media, including this official Red Bull Racing post.
A Retro Gloss, a New Partnership, and a Busy Testing Calendar
The updated paintwork keeps core Red Bull identity but adds a glossier, more “classic” look aimed at standing out under lights and broadcasting close-ups. Pre-season testing is expected to set the tone quickly as teams learn new cars and new power units under pressure.
