F1 Rumour: Red Bull To Announce 2026 Partnership With Ford At Launch On Friday
Austrian-based F1 team Red Bull Racing is preparing for a major announcement at their 2023 car launch event in New York on February 3rd. The buzz surrounding the event has centred around the rumour that the team's new partner for the 2026 season will be none other than Ford.
While the identity of Red Bull's 2026 partner has been a topic of speculation, with names like Honda and Porsche being mentioned, the rumour of a partnership with Ford has gained significant traction. The CEO of the new partner is expected to attend the launch event, making the announcement all the more significant.
At the launch, Red Bull will unveil their RB19 car, which has been teased to feature a completely new livery. Although Red Bull's engine partner for the 2023 season will remain Honda, the news of a partnership with Ford for 2026 has created a lot of excitement in the motorsports community.
The team has expressed an interest in developing its own engine and has been seeking a partner to aid in the technical field. With Ford's reputation for innovation and success in the industry, a partnership with Red Bull could be a game-changer.
Red Bull had a fantastic year in 2022, taking their first constructors' championship title since 2013 and Max Verstappen driving his way to his second drivers' championship win.
Sergio Perez will continue to drive alongside Verstappen, with his contract extended by a year until the end of 2023. Despite Ferrari's strong performance in 2022, Team advisor Helmut Marko considers Mercedes to be Red Bull's main rival in 2023.
The 2023 season is shaping up to be a thrilling and unpredictable one, with the potential partnership with Ford adding even more excitement to the mix.