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Could Red Bull be about to deliver on Max Verstappen’s request for a different livery?
Red Bull is planning a special F1 livery following Max Verstappen’s request for a change in colors. Verstappen, a four-time world champion, expressed his desire for a new livery ahead of the 2025 season, hoping to move away from the traditional matte-blue theme. The unveiling of the new livery for the RB21 car is scheduled for February 18th at the F1 75 live event in London, with the car itself debuting in a shakedown before pre-season testing starts on February 26th in Bahrain. The teaser suggests a color palette similar to that used by AlphaTauri between 2020 and 2023, hinting at a refreshing change for Red Bull’s iconic livery. Red Bull has a history of experimenting with different liveries, such as the ‘camo bull’ in 2015, showcasing their willingness to innovate in the world of Formula 1.