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Audi has become the first F1 team to hit the track with its 2026 car!
Images of the 2026 Audi F1 car were spotted online after its shakedown run from Barcelona, marking the start of a new era under fresh technical regulations for Audi in 2026. The team acquired Sauber, a private F1 squad with over 30 years of experience in the sport. Audi not only constructed its own chassis but also committed to developing its own power unit for the F1 venture. After extensive planning and development, the car hit the track for the first time on Friday, officially kicking off the team’s season. Despite limited details visible in the video, Audi’s driver lineup features Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto, with former Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Wheatley as team principal. Check out the first look of the car below!
