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The drivers assigned for the task of spearheading the Audi F1 project have shown off their new helmet designs for the 2026 season.
The drivers leading the Audi Formula 1 project have unveiled their new helmet designs for the upcoming 2026 season.
Audi is entering F1 for the first time, taking over from Sauber, with Jonathan Wheatley as Team Principal and Mattia Binotto as project head.
Their R26 car has already hit the track in Barcelona, with Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto each completing 100km in a shakedown ahead of pre-season testing.
The drivers revealed their helmet designs on social media, with Hulkenberg showcasing a white helmet with red and black accents matching Audi’s colors.
Fans can expect more updates on the final race suits and car design in the coming days.
Excitement is building for Audi’s debut in F1, with high expectations for the team’s performance in the 2026 season.
