Red Bull Unveils Bold New 2026 Livery as It Enters a New Technical Era

Oracle Red Bull Racing has unveiled the new livery for its 2026 Formula 1 season package ahead of the RB22’s track debut later this year, marking the start of a new chapter for the team under updated technical regulations. The reveal took place at a joint season launch event in Detroit, Michigan, alongside Red Bull’s sister squad Racing Bulls, and also celebrated the team’s new engine partnership with Ford Powertrains.

The updated look retains the iconic colours associated with the Milton Keynes-based outfit but introduces a more vibrant and noticeable design for 2026. A richer blue tone dominates the upper sections of the car with gradual darkening toward the lower body, while the gloss finish enhances contrast and gives the visual deeper reflections under different lighting conditions. Logos including that of Ford Racing stand out prominently on the engine cover, underscoring Ford’s involvement in developing Red Bull’s first internally-managed power unit.

This livery launch arrives as Red Bull enters a strategic shift: after years of Honda-backed engines and multiple championship titles, the team will now campaign with its own power unit developed at Red Bull Powertrains in partnership with Ford. Max Verstappen remains the lead driver after finishing just shy of the 2025 championship, and he will be joined by newcomer Isack Hadjar, who earns a promotion from the junior programme following strong performances.

While the complete RB22 car and its aerodynamic details remain under wraps until closer to pre-season testing, the livery reveal gives fans the first tangible sign of Red Bull’s ambitions in F1’s new regulations era. The team aims to remain at the forefront of competition with this blend of visual heritage and technical evolution as the 2026 campaign approaches.

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