McLaren won both world championships in 2025 and Lando Norris took his first drivers’ title in the final race in Abu Dhabi, overtaking Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri for first place.
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However, with a massive regulatory change over the off-season, the slate has been wiped clean for the 24-race 2026 campaign, which includes F1’s #11 Cadillac as a new addition to the grid.
Audi has also taken over Sauber while Red Bull has joined forces with Ford to launch its own engine. Aston Martin is now aligned with Honda, while Alpine will use Mercedes power units for the first time.
But when does each team release its 2026 challenger and car livery?
Red Bull/Racing Bulls – January 15, Detroit
haas – January 19, online
Audi – January 20, Berlin
ferrari – January 23, Maranello
Alpine – January 23, Barcelona
mercedes – February 2, online (January 22, livery)
williams – February 3, Grove
cadillac – February 8, during the Super Bowl
Aston Martin – February 9, Saudi Arabia
McLaren – To be confirmed