P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Check out the 2026 F1 car launch dates for all 11 teams, including McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, Mercedes, Audi and Cadillac!
F1 is preparing for a significant rules overhaul in 2026, involving major changes to the power units and chassis, marking the biggest transformation in grand prix racing history.
The power units will see the removal of the MGU-H and an increase in battery power to 350kwh, nearly three times the current capacity of 120kw.
Additionally, fully synthetic fuels will be used, and the chassis will feature active aerodynamics, revolutionizing race management for drivers.
Cadillac will join as the 11th team on the grid, with Audi taking over Sauber’s stake, as the team bids farewell to F1.
The cars will be revealed during the ‘launch season’, a spectacle that did not take place in 2025 due to the special ‘F1 75’ event at London’s 02 arena.
Although teams may not unveil their actual 2026 machines for secrecy reasons, the new liveries will be prominently showcased during the launch events, with some teams, like Ferrari, conducting on-track shakedowns on the same day.
For an updated list of 2026 F1 car launches, refer to the table below, as it will be refreshed as each team announces its launch plans.
