Racing Bulls has unveiled its new 2026 car livery in Detroit, Michigan, paying homage to Ford Racing’s heritage and its new partnership.
Red Bull and Racing Bulls to use their own power units
Choosing to pay homage to Ford Racing’s heritage, the 2026 Racing Bulls livery reveal took place at the manufacturer’s home in Detroit, Michigan. It also highlighted both Red Bull and Racing Bulls’ first year of collaboration with Ford as their power unit manufacturer.
When announced, the CEO of Racing Bulls, Peter Bayer, shared the excitement of the partnership.
“We’re incredibly excited to welcome Ford back into the world of Formula One. With over 125 years of heritage, innovation, and absolute dedication to performance, Ford embodies the same competitive spirit that drives our team. This partnership brings together global brands united by a love of racing and a commitment to pushing boundaries.
“As a member of the Red Bull family and together with our title partners, Visa and Cash App, we see huge opportunities to join forces and connect with a new generation of fans. And showcase the future of performance and mobility on a global stage. Launching this new era in Detroit, the birthplace of Ford, makes it all the more special.”
Racing Bulls history
Racing Bulls, which is formerly known as Toro Rosso, AlphaTauri, and then RB, were formed from the ashes of the Minardi team. Sebastian Vettel gave validity to the approach almost immediately, delivering a magical win in 2008 at Monza, before going on to enjoy four World Championship titles with Red Bull.
In 2025, Racing Bulls finished with 92 points between Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar, where the team placed 6th overall in the Constructors Championship. Alan Permane took the reins when Laurent Mekies moved up to Red Bull, and Hadjar put them back on the podium for the first time in 5 years with a P3 in Zandvoort. They have been on an upward trajectory over the last few seasons. In 2024, their first season under RB leadership of Laurent Mekies, they finished P8 in the Constructors (where they also finished in 2023), but doubled their points from the previous season.
Lawson and Lindblad to drive for Racing Bulls in 2026
With Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls the only teams to have vacant seats for the upcoming season, driver movement within the Red Bull structure shaped the 2026 grid. Racing Bulls saw one driver promoted to the parent team, while also welcoming the only rookie on the grid for the new season.
Isack Hadjar scored points in 10 Grands Prix during the 2025 campaign, earning promotion to Red Bull Racing, where he will line up alongside Max Verstappen. His step up opened the door for Red Bull junior Arvid Lindblad, who impressed with several strong performances in Formula 2 and has graduated to Racing Bulls for the 2026 season.
Lindblad’s accolades include becoming the youngest race winner in Formula 2 history, claiming victory in the Jeddah Sprint Race at just 17 years and 243 days in 2025. He further underlined his credentials with two Feature Race wins, taking victories in Barcelona and at the season finale in Abu Dhabi.
That left Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda contesting the final available seat at Racing Bulls. The Kiwi ultimately secured a full-time drive for the season, while the Japanese driver will remain within the Red Bull organisation as a reserve driver across both teams.
