Audi
Audi's Formula 1 debut in 2026 — the German manufacturer enters the new active aero era.
Audi F1 Team (formerly Kick Sauber)
Audi officially entered Formula 1 in 2026, taking over the Kick Sauber team based in Hinwil, Switzerland. The German manufacturer — part of the Volkswagen Group — announced their F1 entry in 2022 and completed the acquisition of the Sauber Group ahead of the 2026 season. Audi's entry coincides with the most significant technical regulation change in F1 history: the 2026 power unit regulations, which feature a near 50/50 split between the internal combustion engine and electric motor, and 100% sustainable fuel. Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto continue as drivers, with Hülkenberg bringing extensive F1 experience and Bortoleto — the 2025 F2 champion — representing the next generation of German-backed talent. The team is building towards long-term competitiveness, with Audi's full factory resources and engineering expertise being deployed for the first time in the sport's premier class.
- 2022: Audi announces F1 entry, begins Sauber acquisition process
- 2023–2025: Transition period — Sauber/Kick Sauber prepares for Audi takeover
- 2026: Audi F1 debut — new power unit regulations, Hülkenberg and Bortoleto
- Founded
- 1909
- Headquarters
- Hinwil, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland
- F1 Entry
- 2026
- Total Seasons
- 1 seasons
- Total Races
- 7
- Total Wins
- 0
- Total Poles
- 0
- Total Podiums
- 0
Championships
Championships
The first Formula 1 car to carry the Audi name in the World Championship era. Built around the new 2026 power unit regulations with a near 50/50 ICE/ERS split and active aerodynamics. Represents Audi's commitment to the sport's most significant technical era.
Audi C44 (2026) — Debut season. Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto. Building towards competitiveness in the new active aero era. Full Audi factory backing.
Every Audi F1 Car
* Race and win statistics cover championship rounds only. Non-championship races excluded. Data sourced from FIA official records and credible motorsport publications.
Awards by Year
No championship titles recorded.
Annual Spend
Debut season. Full Audi factory backing. Total operations est. ~$250M+.
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