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F1 team reveal new name as 2026 replacement confirmed
Haas F1 team will be rebranded as TGR Haas F1 Team in 2026, with Toyota replacing MoneyGram as their title partner, marking a new chapter in their collaboration with the Japanese motorsport giants.
The partnership between Haas and Toyota Gazoo Racing has evolved significantly, with Toyota becoming the team’s primary partner following a successful technical collaboration that began in 2024.
The TGR Haas Driver Development Programme was launched as part of the expanded partnership, introducing Japanese drivers to the F1 scene, and a cutting-edge simulator was developed at the Haas facility in Banbury to enhance technical performance.
Team principal Ayao Komatsu expressed excitement about deepening the relationship with Toyota and the growth potential it brings for the team, while Toyota’s Chairman, Akio Toyoda, emphasized the transformative impact their partnership will have on young talents in the sport.
The move signifies a strategic step forward for both Haas and Toyota in the world of Formula 1, with the official unveiling of the team’s 2026 livery set for January 23 and pre-season testing scheduled to begin in early January at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
