Red Bull and Racing Bulls have finally pulled the covers off their new Formula 1 cars. The teams showcased striking blue-themed liveries that immediately captured attention. Fans across social media platforms showered praise on the vibrant colour palette and the overall sleek design of both vehicles.
Drivers Get Up Close With New Machines
Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar received their first proper look at the new Red Bull car. The team shared a video of the two drivers examining the vehicle's finer details. Verstappen repeatedly described the car as "nice" during the inspection. Hadjar seemed particularly impressed by the glossy finish on the livery.
"It's fast. It's the gloss," Hadjar remarked. "By night, it's going to be sick."
A Sharp Eye for Detail
During their examination, Verstappen appeared to notice a potential issue with the car's design. He pointed something out to his teammate. "They made a mistake with your flag," Verstappen told Hadjar. The comment seemed to reference the colours displayed on the car, possibly related to the French flag under which Hadjar races. Team officials have not yet confirmed whether this was indeed an error.
Fans React With Enthusiasm Online
Social media users quickly shared their thoughts on the new liveries. One fan on X wrote, "Max already identified an issue. Dude's eye for details." Another comment read, "Can't even get enough of this." Many supporters expressed approval for the return to a brighter blue colour scheme.
"Glad they went back with the brighter blue, looks awesome!" one fan stated. "Latest version was too dull and dark. Now we're going glossy blue!" Another enthusiast praised the design team directly. "You have DONE it. The new livery looks FANTASTIC. This is the old Red Bull look we all loved. Very, very cool!"
Racing Bulls Also Impress With Design
The Racing Bulls team unveiled their car at an event in Detroit. Their livery featured a sleek blue-and-white colour scheme that turned heads immediately. Ahead of the official reveal, Verstappen and Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad participated in a special photo shoot. They posed with vintage race cars and even took turns driving the classic machines.
Lindblad is scheduled to replace Isack Hadjar at Racing Bulls for the 2026 season. He will partner with Liam Lawson in the team's driver lineup. This marks an important step for the young driver's career.
Looking Ahead to the 2026 Season
The 2026 Formula 1 season will begin with three pre-season tests. Teams will first conduct a private test in Barcelona. This will be followed by two official test sessions in Bahrain. The competitive season then kicks off officially with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on March 8.
Teams are now finalising their preparations as the new campaign approaches. The livery reveals mark an important milestone in this process, generating excitement among drivers and fans alike. The positive reactions suggest both Red Bull and Racing Bulls have hit the right notes with their visual designs for the upcoming year.
