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Audi competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with its own factory team and a drivetrain (“Power Unit”) developed in Germany. The long-term commitment to the pinnacle of motorsport is part of a comprehensive strategic renewal of the company.

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Audi makes its Formula 1 debut - Audi Revolut F1 Team drivers Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto unveiled the new Audi RS 5 at the Albert Park Circuit.

Motorsport

03/06/2026

Going big Down Under: Audi makes its Formula 1 debut

March 8, 2026, marks an unforgettable milestone for the four rings: Audi makes its Formula 1 debut at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. The company’s involvement in the pinnacle of motorsport highlights its transformation on and off the racetrack.

adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection - Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto, Elevated Range of the adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection

Motorsport

02/18/2026

Global launch of adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection

Audi will be entering Formula 1 with its own factory team starting in March. Just in time for the debut in the pinnacle of motorsport, fans will be able to express their enthusiasm and support for the team in style. The inaugural adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection for team and fans is available in stores starting February 19.

Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Audi R26 race livery

Motorsport

01/21/2026

Premiere in Berlin: Audi Revolut F1 Team officially unveiled

A historic moment for the four rings: Audi Revolut F1 Team was officially unveiled in Berlin on Tuesday evening. Nearly 400 guests witnessed the first public appearance of the Audi factory Formula 1 team at the Kraftwerk event location in the center of the German capital.

Audi R26 Concept - Indoor studio shot, exterior, front, detail of nose and front wing

Motorsport

01/07/2026

Audi Revolut F1 Team ignites 2026 campaign with successful first fire-up

Audi Revolut F1 Team successfully completed the inaugural fire-up of its car for the 2026 season, a significant milestone in its journey to the FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The event, held at the team’s Hinwil facility on December 19, 2025, marks the first time the Audi Power Unit has been run while installed in the chassis, symbolizing the project’s transition from design to dynamic reality.

Motorsport

12/15/2025

Audi Revolut F1 Team reveals official name and Berlin launch date

The Audi Revolut F1 Team has unveiled its official name, logo, and announced that its global launch will take place in Berlin on January 20, 2026. This milestone marks a significant step for the Audi Revolut F1 Team toward joining the Formula One World Championship in 2026. The team name and logo unite Audi F1 and global fintech Revolut, following the confirmation of the title partnership in July 2025.

Paulaner to become official supplier of the future Audi F1 Team - The future Audi F1 Team and Paulaner Brewery have announced a long-term partnership, naming the Munich-based brewery an official supplier of the team.

Motorsport

12/08/2025

Paulaner to become official supplier of the future Audi F1 Team

The future Audi F1 Team and Paulaner Brewery have announced a long-term partnership, naming the Munich-based brewery an official supplier of the team. The agreement marks the start of a new chapter for Paulaner on the global motorsport stage.

Perk becomes official partner of the future Audi F1 Team - The future Audi F1 Team and Perk have signed a multi-year partnership, leveraging Perk’s AI-powered platform to support their workplace environment.

Motorsport

12/01/2025

Perk becomes official partner of the future Audi F1 Team

The future Audi F1 Team and Perk have signed a multi-year partnership, leveraging Perk’s AI-powered platform to support their workplace environment.

Visit Qatar welcomed by the future Audi F1 Team as a new principal partner - The future Audi F1 Team has announced that Visit Qatar will become a principal partner upon the team’s entry into the FIA Formula 1 World Championship in 2026.

Motorsport

11/29/2025

Visit Qatar welcomed by the future Audi F1 Team as a new principal partner

The future Audi F1 Team has announced that Visit Qatar will become a principal partner upon the team’s entry into the FIA Formula 1 World Championship in 2026. The collaboration is built around a shared ambition: bringing Qatar to the world and the heart of the global F1 community.

Motorsport

11/13/2025

“For Audi, entering Formula 1 is part of something bigger”

Audi has unveiled its new Formula 1 design. The brand will enter the pinnacle of motorsport in 2026. Here are the key statements from Audi CEO Gernot Döllner, Head of Audi F1 Project Mattia Binotto, Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley, and Audi Chief Creative Officer Massimo Frascella.

Audi R26 Concept - Indoor studio shot, exterior, side view

Company

11/12/2025

Audi unveils design for Formula 1

115 days before its first race in Formula 1, Audi provided a preview of the company’s presence in the pinnacle of motorsport at its Brand Experience Center in Munich. Just like in future production models, Audi will bring uncompromising clarity to the racetrack and beyond.

Audi F1 Project - adidas becomes the official apparel partner for Audi in Formula 1

Motorsport

09/10/2025

Four rings and three stripes: adidas becomes official partner of the future Audi Formula 1 Team

The future Audi F1 Team and adidas are announcing a multi-year partnership that will see the German sporting goods manufacturer become the team’s official apparel partner. The collection, which will be released before the start of the 2026 season, aims to combine stylish designs, which impress thanks to their clarity and precision, together with cutting-edge technology.

Audi F1 Project - Revolut becomes title partner of the future Audi F1 Team

Motorsport

07/30/2025

Revolut becomes title partner of the future Audi F1 Team

The future Audi F1 Team and Revolut, the global fintech leader with over 60 million customers, are joining forces in a landmark agreement that will see Revolut become the title partner of the team from the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season onward.

Audi F1 Project - From the left: Gernot Döllner, CEO of AUDI AG and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sauber Motorsport AG; Jürgen Rittersberger, Member of the Board of Management of AUDI AG, responsible for Finance, Legal Affairs and IT, Member of...

Motorsport

05/05/2025

Audi centralizes responsibilities in Formula 1 project

Audi is aligning its Formula 1 project even more consistently with the synergies and working methods of a factory team. As Head of Audi F1 Project, Mattia Binotto will be responsible for development activities at the Hinwil and Neuburg an der Donau facilities, as well as at the future technical center in England.

Audi F1 Project strengthened by investment from QIA - Gernot Döllner, CEO of AUDI AG and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sauber Motorsport AG; Mohammed Al-Sowaidi, CEO of QIA

Motorsport

11/29/2024

Audi F1 Project strengthened by investment from QIA

Audi and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) team up to accelerate the preparation for the Formula 1 entry of the four rings in 2026. QIA, the sovereign wealth fund of the State of Qatar, has signed definitive agreements to acquire a significant minority stake in Sauber Holding AG, the future factory team of Audi.

Gabriel Bortoleto - Gabriel Bortoleto, future Audi F1 driver

Motorsport

11/06/2024

Gabriel Bortoleto will be future Audi F1 driver

The driver pairing for Audi’s entry into Formula 1 in 2026 has been set. One of the most promising talents for the future will represent the four rings in the pinnacle of motorsport: Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto (20) will drive alongside German Nico Hülkenberg (37) for Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber next year, which will transform into the Audi F1 factory team in 2026. The experienced Hülkenberg, who was confirmed in April, and the promising F1 rookie Bortoleto form a well-matched driver pairing for Audi’s Formula 1 project.

Jonathan Wheatley - Team Principal and Management Board Spokesperson at Audi Revolut F1 Team

Motorsport

08/01/2024

Jonathan Wheatley will be Team Principal of the future Audi F1 factory team

Only a few days after the realignment of the management team for the future Audi F1 factory team with the appointment of Mattia Binotto, the next step has now been taken. With Jonathan Wheatley, Audi has acquired the services of a further top-ranking expert for its ambitious F1 project. “I am delighted that we have been able to gain Jonathan Wheatley as Team Principal for our future Formula 1 team,” says Gernot Döllner, CEO of AUDI AG. “Jonathan has played a major part in many Formula 1 race victories and World Championship titles in his Formula 1 career so far, and has extensive experience in the paddock. He is a very valuable addition to our team.“

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Drivers Audi Revolut F1 Team - Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg, drivers at Audi Revolut F1 Team

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Drivers Audi Revolut F1 Team - Nico Hulkenberg, Driver at Audi Revolut F1 Team

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Drivers Audi Revolut F1 Team - Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto, drivers at Audi Revolut F1 Team

As of: 03/09/2026

Neuburg: F1 Power Unit made in Germany

The Audi R26 is powered by a drivetrain (‘power unit’) labelled AFR 26 Hybrid – developed and manufactured by Audi Formula Racing GmbH (AFR) in Neuburg an der Donau.

Stefan Dreyer - Spokesperson of the management board and CTO (Chief Technology Officer) of Audi Formula Racing Gm

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Spokesperson of the management board and CTO of Audi Formula Racing GmbH

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Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Central logistics warehouse at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Injector test bench at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Analysis of liquids using mass spectrometry at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Quality management with tactile measurement methods at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Injector test bench at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - High-pressure washing machines for cleaning engine components at the Neuburg site

Development of the Audi F1 Power Unit - Quality management at the Neuburg site, component analysis using a scanning electron microscope

As of: 03/09/2026

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Audi makes its Formula 1 debut - Gabriel Bortoleto

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Audi makes its Formula 1 debut - Audi R26 #27, Nico Hulkenberg

Audi makes its Formula 1 debut - Audi R26 #5, Gabriel Bortoleto

As of: 03/09/2026

Audi Revolut F1 Team: Pre-Season Testing Bahrain

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Audi Revolut F1 Team: Pre-Season Testing Bahrain - Audi R26

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Audi Revolut F1 Team: Pre-Season Testing Bahrain - Jonathan Wheatley

As of: 03/09/2026

adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collecttion

adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection - Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto, Elevated Range of the adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection

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adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection - Gabriel Bortoleto, Elevated Range of the adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection

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adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection - Nico Hulkenberg

adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team collection - Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto

As of: 03/09/2026

Audi Revolut F1 Team: Shakedown Barcelona

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Audi Revolut F1 Team: Shakedown Barcelona - Audi R26 (test car)

Audi Revolut F1 Team: Shakedown Barcelona - Audi R26 (test car)

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Audi Revolut F1 Team: Shakedown Barcelona - Audi R26 (test car)

As of: 03/09/2026

Audi Revolut F1 Team: Launch event in Berlin

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Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Audi CEO Gernot Döllner and host Naomi Schiff at the team presentation in Berlin

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Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Audi R26 race livery

Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team

Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Audi R26 race livery

Team launch Audi Revolut F1 Team - Audi R26 race livery

As of: 03/09/2026

Reveal event „Audi One“ in Munich

Audi unveils design for Formula 1 - Audi CEO Gernot Döllner (left) and Chief Creative Officer Massimo Frascella at the reveal event “Audi One” in Munich, November 12, 2025

Audi unveils design for Formula 1 - Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley and Head of Audi F1 Project Mattia Binotto at the reveal event “Audi One” in Munich, November 12, 2025 (from left)

Audi unveils design for Formula 1 - Hans-Joachim Stuck, Allan McNish, Stig Blomqvist, Dindo Capello, Tom Kristensen, Michèle Mouton, Fabrizia Pons and Harald Demuth at the reveal event “Audi One” in Munich, November 12, 2025 (from left)

Audi unveils design for Formula 1 - Chief Creative Officer Massimo Frascella at the reveal event “Audi One” in Munich, November 12, 2025

As of: 03/09/2026