Overview
- Red Bull and sister team Racing Bulls revealed new looks only, with a glossy blue RB22 and a predominantly white Racing Bulls design accented in blue.
- Red Bull Powertrains confirmed its first in‑house unit as the DM01, named in tribute to Dietrich Mateschitz, developed in cooperation with Ford.
- Ford emphasized technical input beyond branding, including work on the electric side of the V6 hybrid, 3D‑printed metal parts and turbo components, and improved simulation tools.
- Team principal Laurent Mekies cautioned that Red Bull expects to start behind established engine makers under the 50/50 hybrid rules and will rely on rapid development through the season.
- Engines and full technical hardware were kept under wraps, with a closed shakedown in Barcelona set for January 26–30 before Bahrain tests, and Max Verstappen (running number 3) partners newcomer Isack Hadjar as Racing Bulls field Liam Lawson and rookie Arvid Lindblad.