Visa Cash App Racing Bulls unveil 2026 livery in Detroit launch event

The evening brought together Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, Ford Racing and Oracle Red Bull Racing in a shared celebration of innovation and engineering as the Red Bull Ford Powertrains project moves from concept to competition.

The Detroit setting underlined the significance of the new partnership, with the event framed as a statement of intent for where the team is heading and how it plans to build toward the new Formula 1 era.

The launch also marked the first public showcase of the Red Bull Ford Powertrains programme ahead of its debut on track in the coming weeks.

Drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad were joined on stage by CEO Peter Bayer and Team Principal Alan Permane as the team unveiled the new design in front of 1,500 guests, with a global audience watching on YouTube and Red Bull TV.

After proving a fan favourite last season, the team retained its all white look for 2026. The livery is refined with a subtle visual nod to Ford, as sleek blue accents trace the contours of the chassis, giving the car a sharper and more streamlined finish while maintaining a clean and recognisable identity.

Lindblad joins the team as the only rookie on the grid for 2026, completing a rapid rise through the Red Bull Junior Programme.

After telling Lando Norris in 2021 that he would see him on the Formula 1 grid, Lindblad arrives exactly 5 years later following strong performances across the junior single seater ranks.

The team highlighted his reputation for speed and relentless determination, positioning the 2026 season as a learning year with clear expectations of growth as he steps into the sport’s top tier alongside Lawson.

Peter Bayer said: “This launch captures the evolution of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls as a brand and as a racing team. From having Detroit as a backdrop representing our partnership with Ford, to the creators, fans and communities we’ve brought into this launch, everything reflects our ambition to stand for being a culture first team. We want to connect with the next generation in a way that feels authentic, bold and inclusive, and this moment marks the continuation of what we do both on and off the track.”

Alan Permane said: “2026 represents one of the biggest technical changes Formula 1 has seen, and partnering with Ford at the very start of this journey is hugely significant for us. The Red Bull Ford Powertrains project brings together world class engineering, innovation and racing DNA, and it puts us in a strong position as the sport enters this new era. We have been working closely together and are proud of what the Red Bull family have developed. It’s something we’re excited to have in our race car as we hit the track in the coming weeks.”

Liam Lawson said: “Launching the 2026 livery here in Detroit makes the moment feel even more special. The history of innovation in this place really reflects what this team is building for the future. The partnership between Ford and Red Bull, the energy around the team, and the ambition for what’s ahead make this an incredibly exciting time to be part of VCARB. I’m more motivated than ever to push forward and help turn that vision into results on track.”

Arvid Lindblad said: “This moment is honestly surreal. To be introduced as a Formula 1 driver at an event like this, in such an iconic setting, is something I’ll never forget. The team’s vision, the new power unit, and the belief they’ve shown in me mean a lot. I’m ready to learn, to work, and to give everything on track as we start this new chapter together.”