Red Bull F1 Car Reveal: Verstappen’s New RB20 in Detroit
- Ford revealed its 2026 Formula 1 car livery on January 15, 2026, at a launch event held at teh Michigan Central Station in Detroit, Michigan, marking the company's...
- the unveiling celebrates Ford's renewed commitment to Formula 1, partnering with Red Bull Powertrains to develop the next generation of power units.
- Ford's return to Formula 1 is a notable advancement for the sport, as the manufacturer previously competed as a constructor from 1967 to 1982, achieving success with teams...
Ford Officially Unveils 2026 Formula 1 Livery at Detroit’s Michigan Central Station
Ford revealed its 2026 Formula 1 car livery on January 15, 2026, at a launch event held at teh Michigan Central Station in Detroit, Michigan, marking the company’s official return to the sport as a power unit supplier for Red Bull Racing.
Details of the Partnership and Launch
the unveiling celebrates Ford’s renewed commitment to Formula 1, partnering with Red Bull Powertrains to develop the next generation of power units. The Michigan Central station, recently renovated by Ford after decades of disuse, served as the backdrop for the global motorsport season launch. Hundreds of blue lights illuminated the station, highlighting Ford’s signature color and the prominent Ford oval logo reflected on the building’s facade.
Significance of the Ford-Red Bull Collaboration
Ford’s return to Formula 1 is a notable advancement for the sport, as the manufacturer previously competed as a constructor from 1967 to 1982, achieving success with teams like Lotus and McLaren. The partnership with Red Bull Powertrains, established on August 25, 2022, aims to leverage both companies’ expertise in powertrain technology. The power units will be assembled at Red Bull Powertrains’ facility in Milton Keynes,United Kingdom,beginning in 2026.