Haas F1 Team unveiled their 2026 livery on Monday, January 19th. They moved the date from January 23rd to avoid clashing with multiple other teams. The American team opted for an online reveal rather than a live launch event.
The VF-26 livery marks a new era for Haas following the conclusion of their naming partnership with MoneyGram. The rebranded Haas F1 Team reflects the strengthened ties with Toyota Gazoo Racing, whose logo change the team officially announced on January 1st on their X account.
A new identity and livery for Haas ahead of 2026 F1 season
The new logo prominently features Toyota’s branding alongside Haas’. This signals the Japanese automaker’s significant influence over the American team’s operations. The visual representation showcases their technical partnership’s depth. The collaboration evolved from its October 2024 announcement into full title sponsorship for 2026.
The partnership marks Toyota’s return to Formula 1 in a major capacity. They withdrew at the end of the 2009 season. Now they bridge that gap through strategic collaboration with Haas. They bring their branding back to the grid. However, Toyota does not return as a full factory team or engine supplier.
The Haas F1 Team 2026 livery showcases this partnership visually. It represents the next chapter in Haas’ evolution as a competitive force.
Building on the 2025 season
Haas enters 2026 following a competitive 2025 campaign. The team secured eighth place in the Constructors’ Championship. This fell one position short of their seventh place finish in 2024. Team principal Ayao Komatsu continues leading the team’s development.
The American squad demonstrated strong consistency in the second half of the season. They scored points in six of their final seven races. Haas F1 Team’s 2026 livery reflects this positive momentum heading into the new campaign. This upward trajectory provides a solid foundation for continued progress.
Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman will continue driving for the team in 2026. The pairing enters their second season together with greater stability and understanding. Bearman particularly impressed in the latter half of 2025, matching Haas’ best-ever result with fourth place in Mexico. He outqualified Ocon 14-10 across the season and edged his teammate 41-38 in points scored.
Ocon recorded Haas’ first strong result of 2025 with fifth place in China. The race day head-to-head ended level at 12-12 between both drivers. Their combined experience and improved chemistry will prove crucial in pushing Haas back up the standings.
Looking ahead
As Formula 1 approaches a new season, the Haas F1 Team 2026 livery represents their ambition to climb back up the standings. The strengthened Toyota partnership positions them for the challenges ahead.
With Komatsu leading and Toyota’s backing, the American team continues transforming on and off the track. The 2026 season will test whether these developments translate into sustained success. Ocon and Bearman carry the responsibility of maximizing the team’s potential throughout the campaign.
