Audi becomes – after Red Bull Racing, Racing Bulls and Haas F1 – the fourth team to present its livery for the 2026 Formula 1 season. This will happen during a launch event in Berlin.
The team – originating from Sauber – has already completed the shakedown of the car. The R26 saw action at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on January 9, but the final livery was not on display there. That will be different tonight. Considering the concept colors and team kits, which were previously released, we can expect a silver-black-red livery.
The concept of Audi’s first Formula 1 car: the R26.
Photo by: Audi
Below you will find everything you need to know about the 2026 Audi F1 launch.
When is the Audi 2026 F1 launch?
The Audi 2026 F1 launch will take place on Tuesday, January 20 at 7:00 PM in Berlin. The presentation will be streamed live via the official Audi F1 website, so fans worldwide can follow the unveiling.
Looking ahead to 2026
The 2026 season marks the start of a new regulations era in Formula 1. The new rules include a 50/50 split between combustion engine and electric drive, smaller and lighter cars and the introduction of active aerodynamics. In addition, F1 welcomes Cadillac as the eleventh team on the grid.
Audi enters the season with the same drivers as Sauber in 2025: Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto, led by team boss Jonathan Wheatley. Sauber finished ninth in the Constructors’ Championship in 2025 with 70 points. In the drivers’ standings, Hülkenberg finished eleventh with 51 points, while Bortoleto finished his rookie year in 19th place with 19 points.
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