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F1 2026: All Confirmed Car Launch Dates (Updated List)

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4 days ago

December 3, 2025

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F1 2026: Major Regulation Changes, New Teams & Full Car Launch Schedule

Formula 1 is preparing for one of the biggest regulation shake-ups in its history as the F1 2026 rules introduce sweeping changes to both power units and chassis design. These updates mark the beginning of a new era and will significantly impact how teams develop their cars and how drivers manage race strategy.

Radical New Power Units for F1 2026

The upcoming engine regulations will eliminate the MGU-H entirely while dramatically boosting hybrid performance. The electrical output is set to climb to 350 kW, almost three times the current 120 kW, giving drivers far more battery power and reshaping how energy recovery is used during a race.

Active Aero & Sustainable Fuels to Transform Car Performance

Alongside the engine overhaul, the 2026 F1 chassis will feature active aerodynamics, allowing cars to adjust their aero profile on the move. This innovation is expected to change overtaking, race management, and overall car balance.

Formula 1 will also transition to 100% fully synthetic fuels, marking a major step toward the sport’s long-term sustainability goals.

New F1 Teams on the Grid in 2026

The F1 2026 grid will welcome new contenders. Cadillac joins as the 11th team, while Audi officially enters the championship by taking over the Stake outfit, bringing Sauber’s current F1 identity to an end.

Launch Season Returns for 2026 F1 Cars

Before the racing begins, fans will get their first look at the new generation during the return of F1’s traditional car launch season. The 2025 season skipped individual launches due to the special “F1 75” event in London, but the 2026 campaign brings back team-by-team unveilings.

However, teams are expected to keep their true 2026 designs hidden. For competitive reasons, most launches will showcase new liveries rather than the fully developed chassis and aerodynamic concepts they plan to race.

Full List of Confirmed F1 2026 Car Launch Dates

Check the complete list of confirmed 2026 Formula 1 car launch dates in the table below to stay updated as teams reveal their new challengers.

Team	Date	Location
Red Bull	January 15th – SEASON LAUNCH	Detroit, Michigan
Racing Bulls	January 15th – SEASON LAUNCH	Detroit, Michigan
Alpine	January 23rd – SEASON LAUNCH	Barcelona
Aston Martin	February 9th	Saudi Arabia
McLaren	TBA	TBA
Mercedes	TBA	TBA
Ferrari	TBA	TBA
Williams	TBA	TBA
Haas	TBA	TBA
Audi	TBA	TBA
Cadillac	TBA	TBA

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Audi unveils a livery concept prior to its 2026 F1 debut

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3 weeks ago

November 13, 2025

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At an event held in Munich, Audi has revealed a striking R26 concept vehicle that serves as a preview of the appearance of its 2026 F1 entry.

Audi CEO Gernot Dollner, F1 project manager Mattia Binotto, and team principal Jonathan Wheatley unveiled the metallic-silver and neon-red exhibition car, the first complete visual statement of Audi’s impending entrance, in front of Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto.

“By entering the pinnacle of motorsport, Audi is making a clear, ambitious statement,” says Audi CEO Gernot Döllner. “It is the next chapter in the company’s renewal. Formula 1 will be a catalyst for the change towards a leaner, faster and more innovative Audi.”

According to Döllner, Audi is entering the racing series with an ambitious yet realistic roadmap: “We are not entering Formula 1 just to be there. We want to win. At the same time, we know that you don’t become a top team in Formula 1 overnight. It takes time, perseverance and tireless questioning of the status quo. By 2030, we want to fight for the World Championship title.”

We are implementing a unifying design language that draws together every aspect of our organization,” says Audi Chief Creative Officer Massimo Frascella. “This makes the Formula 1 project a pioneer for the new brand identity, which will be rolled out in the future both for the F1 team and Audi as a whole.”

“Formula 1 is more than just motorsport,” says Jürgen Rittersberger, CFO of AUDI AG. “It’s entertainment, emotion, technology – and also a challenge. But it is precisely this combination that takes us where we want to go: inspiring new customer groups for Audi. With the enormous reach of Formula 1, we have the opportunity to attract new customers for our brand – especially in the younger target group, where Formula 1 is experiencing rapid growth.”

“Thanks to the cost cap, Formula 1 is also more financially sustainable than ever before. When we look at the development of sponsorship opportunities, team evaluations, and the overall revenue potential in Formula 1, one thing becomes clear: This path makes perfect sense for Audi – also economically.”