A new era in Formula 1 is dawning! In 2026, both the chassis and engine formula will undergo a major overhaul, making the upcoming winter break particularly exciting for the various constructors. The anticipation for a first glimpse of the new racing cars has never been so intense. By now, a number of teams have already announced when we can expect to see the first impressions of their F1 cars for 2026. Here’s the overview!
Red Bull and sister team Racing Bulls were early in revealing their presentation dates. It is known that the new cars from both teams will be presented on January 15 in Detroit, the home base of engine supplier Ford. The unveiling is expected to be symbolic: the teams will only show the new color scheme, without revealing the actual design. The complete RB22 – and the VCARB 03 – will only make their debut during the first test days.”Cadillac’s Formula 1 team is making a grand entrance with its first livery reveal. The new team has chosen a distinctly American approach, unveiling the car during the Super Bowl, the world-famous finale of the NFL season. This move ensures Cadillac garners plenty of attention, as the Super Bowl regularly breaks viewership records in the United States. Audi – effectively also a new team in Formula 1 – has also announced when its first car will be presented. On January 20, the German racing team will unveil the final livery in Berlin.
When will the F1 teams reveal their cars for 2026?
| Team | Date |
| McLaren | TBA |
| Mercedes | TBA |
| Red Bull | January 15 |
| Ferrari | TBA |
| Williams | TBA |
| Racing Bulls | January 15 |
| Aston Martin | February 9 |
| Haas | January 23 |
| Audi | January 20 |
| Alpine | January 23 |
| Cadillac | February 8 |
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