Audi launches its 2026 F1 car, entering as a full works team with Hulkenberg and Bortoleto.

Audi has unveiled its 2026 Formula 1 debut car, the R26, at a Berlin launch event, marking its official entry into the sport as a full works team after acquiring the Sauber team. The car features a black, silver, and red livery with titanium accents and will be powered by a new Audi-developed power unit. The German automaker aims to win the world championship by 2030, emphasizing a long-term, phased approach focused on building infrastructure, talent, and reliability. Drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto will lead the effort, with testing beginning in Barcelona. The 2026 season introduces major technical changes, including hybrid power units and revised aerodynamics, setting a challenging but ambitious stage for Audi’s entry.