Kamal Ghorui
Audi R6 F1 race car debut: Key details
Speaking of the Audi R26 race car, the design features a Titanium-finish body with exposed carbon fibre elements. The livery boasts of Lava Red accents, iconic Audi rings feature prominently, while the lower sections of the car are finished in black. Besides that, the car features popping orange highlights, several logos of brand partners including a prominent Revolut branding.
The team also revealed its bespoke race and teamwear collection, developed in collaboration with Adidas. Drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto showcased the new apparel. The collection will go on sale globally from February 19, 2026, alongside the launch of Audi’s new e-commerce platform, with availability through Adidas’ official channels as well.
Speaking at the event, Gernot Dollner, CEO of AUDI AG and Chairman of Audi Motorsport AG, described the unveiling as the beginning of a new era for the company. He reiterated that Audi is entering Formula 1 with a long-term mindset and aims to be fighting for the World Championship by 2030. Drivers Hulkenberg and Bortoleto echoed this confidence, describing the project as serious, ambitious and backed by strong resources. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.
