Watch Red Bull and Racing Bulls’ 2026 launch

The 2026 Formula 1 season officially kicked off its launch season with Red Bull and Racing Bulls jointly unveiling their new liveries and plans in Detroit, Michigan. The event marked a significant moment as both teams showcased the designs for their upcoming challengers, emphasizing Red Bull's new partnership with Ford, who will debut as Red Bull Ford Powertrains, a power unit manufacturer. Exciting new driver line-ups were also confirmed for 2026: Max Verstappen will be joined by Isack Hadjar at Red Bull, while rookie Arvid Lindblad steps in to partner Liam Lawson at Racing Bulls, setting the stage for an anticipated season.