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Haas will enjoy Toyota’s first tangible contribution to its Formula 1 team this week with its first-ever private testing programme at Jerez
This week, Haas will enjoy Toyota’s first tangible contribution to its Formula 1 team with its first-ever private testing program at Jerez. The presence of Toyota junior Ritomo Miyata alongside Haas 2025 drivers Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman at the test solidifies the connection between the Japanese manufacturer and Haas. Haas’s collaboration with Toyota Gazoo Racing marks Toyota’s first official and direct involvement in F1 since shutting down its works team in 2009. This private testing program signifies the first significant benefit to Haas beyond mere branding on the cars and marks the operational gains of the Toyota deal. It represents a valuable opportunity for Haas to gain a head start with their drivers and engineering teams ahead of the upcoming season. These tests lay the foundation for potential future successes on the track for both Haas and Toyota.
