Red Bull F1: Reveals retro blue design for 2026 with Ford and Verstappen

Red Bull Unveils Retro Design for the 2026 Formula 1 Season

In an event held in Detroit, Red Bull Racing presented its new aesthetic for the 2026 Formula 1 season, marking the beginning of a new era in motorsports. The team, which is partnering with Ford for the new engine era, revealed a design that evokes its heritage, with a bright electric blue finish. The event, which took place at the historic Michigan Central Station, was attended by Max Verstappen and new teammate Isack Hadjar, who is moving up from Racing Bulls. Both drivers expressed their enthusiasm for the new look of the single-seater.

Verstappen, four-time world champion, has selected the number 3 for his car, a gesture that pays homage to his former teammate Daniel Ricciardo, who granted him permission to use it. This change is significant, as Verstappen had used the number 1 in the previous two seasons.

“I’ve been asking for a livery like this for a long time”

Max Verstappen

The team explained that the design of the RB22 is inspired by Red Bull’s original aesthetics in F1, with the aim of enhancing reflections and contrast, especially under the lighting of night races. Laurent Mekies, team director, emphasized the importance of this change to celebrate the spirit with which Red Bull entered the sport. Verstappen shared his excitement about the design changes, highlighting his preference for the color blue and the brightness of the new design. Hadjar, for his part, expressed his dream of competing for Red Bull and his enthusiasm for being part of the team.

Description: Max Verstappen will use number 3 from 2026, the number of his former teammate Daniel Ricciardo.

Description: Laurent Mekies said the livery was a “nod to the beginnings of Red Bull Racing”.

Description: (From left to right) Pierre Wache, Technical Director, Isack Hadjar, Max Verstappen, Jim Farley, CEO of Ford, Oliver Mintzlaff, Managing Director of Red Bull GmbH, Laurent Mekies, Team Principal, Alisha Palmowski, F1 Academy driver, and Phillip Prew, Technical Operations Director.

Description: Photo of the Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls teams at the joint launch event in Detroit.

Racing Bulls Unveils New Image for 2026

In the same event in Detroit, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls also revealed its new image for 2026. Drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad were in charge of presenting the design, which is characterized by a predominantly white livery with blue details that accentuate the chassis lines. Liam Lawson, who continues at Racing Bulls for a second consecutive year, expressed his enthusiasm for the new season and the opportunities it presents. Arvid Lindblad, the 18-year-old British driver from the Red Bull junior program, joins the team as the youngest rookie on the grid.

Description: Visa Cash App Racing Bulls unveils its 2026 livery

Lawson highlighted his preference for the color white and the inclusion of Ford in the design. Lindblad, for his part, shared his excitement about reaching Formula 1 and the realization of a dream. Alan Permane, team director, emphasized the importance of the partnership with Ford and the significance of this new era for F1.

Description: (From left to right) Alan Permane, Team Director of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, Liam Lawson, Arvid Lindblad, and Peter Bayer, CEO of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls.

Description: Liam Lawson continues at Racing Bulls for 2026 as Arvid Lindblad joins F1 in his rookie year.

Description: Liam Lawson from New Zealand and the 18-year-old British rookie, Arvid Lindblad.