Audi will unveil its very first Formula 1 livery on 20 January
Audi has revealed key details ahead of its maiden Formula 1 season in 2026.
The German brand is taking over the Sauber team which it acquired in 2024 after buying a minority stake the previous year and, in 2022, announcing its involvement as a power unit supplier from 2026 onwards. This coincides with F1’s new technical regulations, where Audi hopes to capitalise on its experience with hybrid powertrains in other categories.
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The outfit is now named Audi Revolut F1 Team after its title partner, a British financial technology company.
“This collaboration goes beyond traditional sponsorship, creating a powerful alliance aimed at challenging conventions and shaping new forms of fan engagement through activations, race access and exclusive app-based benefits for Revolut users,” according to Audi’s press release.
“The alliance also extends to key areas of the Audi Revolut F1 Team’s operations: integrating Revolut Business into its financial operations and Revolut Pay into its online store for a seamless checkout experience.”
Audi will launch its 2026 campaign in Berlin on 20 January, with an “exclusive launch” described as an “immersive experience”, which will be followed by a “public opening” on 21 January.
Audi F1 Team RS26 concept livery
On this occasion, Audi will unveil its 2026 F1 livery – just a few days before its actual car takes to the track at the first pre-season test at Barcelona from 26-30 January.
“Today, our project takes on its official identity,” team principal Jonathan Wheatley said. “The Audi Revolut F1 Team name is a symbol of the combined strength of our teams in Germany, UK and Switzerland, together with our partners. It provides a banner under which we all unite as we build towards 2026.
“This is a crucial milestone that energises the entire project and makes our long-term ambition tangible for everyone involved.”
Audi’s first F1 car will be driven by veteran Nico Hulkenberg and sophomore Gabriel Bortoleto, who also formed the squad’s line-up under the Sauber identity in 2025.
Sauber finished ninth in this year’s constructors’ championship with 70 points – by far the best campaign by a ninth-placed team in the 21st century.
2026 F1 team launch schedule
| 15 January | Red Bull Racing Bulls |  Detroit, Michigan | Livery only |
| 20 January | Audi |  Berlin | Livery only |
| 23 January | Alpine |  Barcelona | Livery only (TBC) |
| 8 February | Cadillac |  Super Bowl advert | Livery only |
| 9 February | Aston Martin | TBC | 2026 car |
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