Visa Cash App Racing Bulls unveiled their 2026 Formula One livery and introduced new driver, Arvid Lindblad in an event that transformed the iconic Central Michigan train station into the stage for the team’s latest chapter in Formula One.
Set against the majestic architecture of the historic location, the evening brought together VCARB, Ford Racing, and Oracle Red Bull Racing in a shared celebration of innovation, speed, and engineering excellence as they launch a partnership that has built the first ever Red Bull Ford Powertrains power unit.
“Launching the 2026 livery here in Detroit makes the moment feel even more special,” commented driver Liam Lawson. “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.”
To introduce VCARB’s on stage moment, Detroit’s very own, 7x BET Award-winning and multi-platinum superstar, Big Sean, introduced the team with a bespoke 60 second Red Bull rap. He also closed out the event with his top hits IDFWU and Bounce Back.
The event marked a strategic milestone for the team; highlighting where it’s heading, how it’s building and what fans can expect from the year ahead.
NEW LIVERY
Liam and Arvid were joined by CEO, Peter Bayer and Team Principal, Alan Permane as they unveiled the livery in front of 1,500 guests and fans worldwide on YouTube and Red Bull TV. After proving a fan favourite last season, the team chose to remain with its all-white look, enhanced by a subtle nod to its partnership with Ford. Sleek blue accents now trace the contours of the chassis, elevating the design with a sharper, more streamlined finish.
NEW DRIVER
Arvid Lindblad joins the team as part of the renewed driver lineup, bringing with him a reputation for speed and relentless determination. After telling Lando he would see him on the grid back in 2021, exactly five years later he becomes the youngest and only rookie on the grid this year after a strong progression through the Red Bull Junior Programme, impressing across the junior single-seater ranks.
NEW PARTNERSHIPS
In 2026, together with Ford, Red Bull will roar into action as a power unit manufacturer, a project that encapsulates the Red Bull spirit, that has defied convention since it first took to the track 21 years ago. With over 125 years of heritage, innovation, and absolute dedication to performance, Ford embodies the same competitive spirit that drives our team. This partnership brings together global brands united by a love of racing and a commitment to pushing boundaries.
As seen on the livery tonight, Octave joins VCARB as an Asset Lifecycle Management Partner. Spinning out of Hexagon AB, Octave will support the team across a wide range of strategic and operational decision-making processes. More to come on this partnership soon.
NEW CREATORS
As the first Creator Platform opportunity of 2026 – the team’s initiative that gives emerging creators wiiings in the world of F1 – Gian Icatar joined as a photographer to capture the event through his lens. Rooted in the San Francisco Bay Area, his work bridges community and sport with an emphasis on authenticity, craft, and human connection.
Gian’s creativity is deeply informed by his upbringing as the son of immigrant parents, shaping a perspective grounded in resilience, identity, and collective experience. We also ran a competition that enabled fans to design the official entry wristband for our VCARB guests. The top 5 designs went to a fan vote, and the winning designer, Magdalena Olech from Ireland won herself a trip to the event to see her design firsthand.
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