P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull have already managed to upset F1 fans in 2026, and we are still only two weeks into the new year.
Red Bull has already stirred F1 fans’ emotions in 2026, just two weeks into the year. The season hasn’t started yet, but Red Bull has caused quite a stir on social media regarding their upcoming F1 car launch. January, typically a quiet month, will see six car launches for six teams and the first round of pre-season testing. Red Bull and Racing Bulls will unveil their 2026 looks in Detroit, sparking confusion among British fans over the launch date. Despite an initial backlash over a date teaser post, the event will actually take place on January 16 at 3am GMT, coinciding with January 15 in Detroit. The team’s teasers for their F1 kit launch hint that the misunderstanding was due to confusion over time zones. Fans are encouraged to exercise patience during the off-season as the excitement builds for the upcoming F1 season.
