Audi’s new Revolut F1 Team will unveil its 2026 car livery on January 20 in Berlin, officially confirming Revolut as title sponsor.

Audi & Revolut Electrify F1: 2026 Title Partnership and Berlin Launch Date Confirmed

BERLIN, Germany — The future of Formula 1 has an official start date. The Audi Revolut F1 Team has announced it will pull the covers off its inaugural 2026 challenger on January 20, 2026, in the heart of Berlin.

The announcement also marks the official arrival of global fintech giant Revolut as the team’s title sponsor, ending months of speculation regarding the commercial identity of the German manufacturer’s entry.

A New Era of Synergy

The “Four Rings” aren’t just joining the grid; they are aiming to redefine it. By partnering with Revolut, Audi is signaling a shift toward a younger, digitally-driven audience. The team—operating under the official name Audi Revolut F1 Team—plans to integrate Revolut’s financial technology directly into its operations and fan-facing platforms.

“Today, our project takes on its official identity,” said Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley. “The Audi Revolut F1 Team is a symbol of the combined strength of our engineering in Germany and the disruptive digital spirit of our partners.”

The 2026 Technical Masterplan: What We Know

Audi’s entry coincides with the most radical technical reset in F1 history. This “blank slate” opportunity is exactly why the Ingolstadt brand chose 2026 for its debut.

1. The Power Unit: 50/50 Electric Split

The 2026 engine is a 1.6-litre turbocharged V6, but the internal balance has shifted:

• Massive Electric Boost: The MGU-K (electric motor) jumps from 120kW to 350kW (roughly 470hp).

• Carbon Neutral: The car will run on 100% sustainable synthetic fuels.

• Simplified Tech: The complex MGU-H (Heat Motor) has been removed to improve reliability and lower costs.

2. The “Nimble Car” Aero

The 2026 regulations focus on making cars lighter and shorter to improve overtaking.

• Active Aerodynamics: Drivers will switch between Z-Mode (High Downforce) and X-Mode (Low Drag).

• Smaller Stature: The cars will be 200mm shorter and 100mm narrower, with a 30kg weight reduction.

Following the Berlin reveal, the team will begin testing. After a private shakedown in Barcelona, the team will head to Bahrain for official pre-season testing on February 11.

With a driver lineup featuring the veteran precision of Nico Hülkenberg and the raw pace of rookie Gabriel Bortoleto, the Audi Revolut F1 Team is coming to win. The lights go out for the first time in Melbourne on March 8, 2026.

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