On the Dash:
- Ford Racing’s 2026 season launches January 15 in Detroit, coinciding with the auto show.
- Ford returns to Formula 1 with Red Bull after a 22-year absence, introducing a new power unit.
- The season spans NASCAR, endurance, off-road, and production road cars, integrating racing innovations into vehicles.
Ford Racing is kicking off its 2026 season in Detroit on January 15 at the revitalized Michigan Central Station. The launch coincides with the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, positioning the city as a global hub of automotive excitement. The event will bring together drivers, employees, dealers, team owners, media, and fans to celebrate the brand’s racing achievements and upcoming innovations.
The 2026 season marks Ford’s first return to Formula 1 in 22 years through a partnership with Red Bull. The launch will also feature the debut of Red Bull’s two F1 teams with Ford Powertrains’ new power unit. Ford is using this F1 return to accelerate performance and sustainability technologies that will eventually influence production vehicles.
Ford Racing’s global program spans NASCAR, Mustang endurance racing, and off-road competitions, including Dakar and Baja. Fans will also get a first look at a new Ford Racing production road car, highlighting how racing innovations are integrated into consumer vehicles.
The Detroit launch emphasizes Ford Signature racing heritage and the company’s goal to demonstrate competitiveness across all motorsport disciplines. The event underscores Ford’s strategy of leveraging the extreme demands of racing to advance automotive technology, with a focus on sustainable fuels and electric power aligned with 2026 regulations.
The company plans to provide additional details in the coming weeks.
