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Max Verstappen has got his hands on a Ford Mustang Dark Horse ahead of the American car manufacturer teaming up with Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season and beyond.
Max Verstappen participated in a Ford Performance advert titled Living on the Limit, racing a Ford Mustang in his Red Bull overalls ahead of the team’s F1 partnership with Ford set to begin next season. Red Bull Racing has teamed up with Ford for the 2026 season, marking the start of Red Bull PowerTrains’ venture as an engine manufacturer following Honda’s departure to Aston Martin. With Ford’s support, Red Bull will receive turbo and test equipment along with electronic components as part of an extended agreement. While initially focusing on supplying power units to its two teams, Red Bull may consider customer partnerships in the future. Christian Horner, Red Bull’s team principal, has already received inquiries regarding this possibility.
