Haas Reveals 2026 F1 Livery with New Title Sponsor Toyota

The Haas Formula 1 team has officially revealed its new livery for the 2026 racing season, marking a significant partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing as its title sponsor. This collaboration, which strengthens a technical partnership initiated at the end of 2024, sees the team renamed as ‘TGR Haas F1 Team’. The newly designed livery prominently features Toyota branding on the engine cover, front wing, and the halo.

2026 Season Overview

The 2026 season is expected to bring substantial regulatory changes to Formula 1. Haas finished eighth in the previous year’s standings, accumulating its best points total of 79 since 2018. Drivers Oliver Bearman and Esteban Ocon will continue with the team this season.

• Previous Season Standings: Finished 8th in 2025
• Best Points Total: 79 points (2018)
• Drivers: Oliver Bearman, Esteban Ocon

Team Statements

Gene Haas, the team owner, expressed the challenges of competing in 2025 while preparing for the new regulations in 2026. He emphasized the importance of pre-season preparation and continuity in drivers and engineering teams. “The midfield competition last year was tough, and we need to continue developing both on- and off-track,” he stated.

New Livery Design

The updated livery features significantly more white than in previous designs. The black engine cover has been replaced, with a color scheme that includes red elements representative of Toyota. Haas opted for a more straightforward online event for the livery reveal, contrasting with the larger launch events by other teams.

• Design Features:
  • More white and red colors
  • Pushrod front suspension
  • Wide winglets on front wing

Upcoming Challenges

Team principal Ayao Komatsu acknowledged the surreal excitement of unveiling the new car early in the year. He highlighted the team’s focus on preparing for the shakedown week in Barcelona. Komatsu noted, “Track time is going to be crucial through Spain and Bahrain.” The team eagerly anticipates the performance of the new cars as they progress through their testing programs.

2026 F1 Testing Schedule

Private testing will begin on January 26 in Barcelona, culminating in the season opener in Melbourne from March 6–8. Audi is next to unveil its car on Tuesday, contributing to the excitement of the upcoming season.