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Audi has revealed a new livery ahead of its first F1 season in 2026.
Audi’s new F1 team was officially launched in Munich for the 2026 season, taking over the Sauber entry from Stake.
This marks Audi’s first return to grand prix racing since before the Second World War and the formation of the Formula 1 championship.
Led by CEO Mattia Binotto and team principal Jonathan Wheatley, the Hinwil-based squad released a new concept livery called “R26” to signal its next chapter as F1 heads towards a new era.
Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto will continue racing for Audi next year, aiming to climb higher in the F1 rankings under Audi power for the first time.
You can now see the first images of the new Audi F1 car below!
