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Audi is preparing for its first F1 season next year when it takes over from the Sauber-run squad.
The Audi F1 team will unveil its car livery for the 2026 season on January 20, along with announcing its official team name: Audi Revolut F1 Team.
This new team name coincides with the partnership between Audi and Revolut, established earlier this year, making Revolut the title sponsor for the upcoming F1 campaign.
To showcase their preparation for the new season, Audi held an event in Munich last month to reveal a concept livery, building anticipation for the official launch in Berlin.
The head of Audi’s F1 operations, Mattia Binotto, expressed excitement about the team’s progress, emphasizing a culture of precision and ambition driving their efforts.
With team principal Jonathan Wheatley overseeing day-to-day operations, Audi aims to climb the F1 ranks and challenge for championships by 2030, marking a significant milestone in their journey to debut in 2026.
The public unveiling of the Audi Revolut F1 Team’s R26 car on January 20 will be followed by an interactive event on January 21, inviting fans to engage with the team and play a role in the launch preparations.
