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Haas has confirmed it is changing the launch date of its 2026 F1 challenger to avoid clashes with some of its rivals’ launches.
Haas has decided to change the launch date of its 2026 Formula 1 car to January 19, avoiding clashes with Alpine and Ferrari.
The VF-26 will be unveiled through video and digital renders, following a successful 2025 season.
Ayao Komatsu leads the team into their third season, with drivers Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman returning.
Haas will continue its partnerships with Ferrari and Toyota, with a new title partner deal with the latter.
The launch will be a week before the first pre-season test, held behind closed doors at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya until January 30.
