Haas will bring a completely different look to the 2026 United States Grand Prix. For its home race at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, scheduled for October 23\u201325, the American outfit has unveiled a special Godzilla-themed livery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The design is part of Haas’ collaboration with TOHO CO., LTD., the Japanese entertainment company behind the iconic movie monster, and celebrates the upcoming release of Godzilla Minus Zero<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It marks the team’s second Godzilla-inspired design of the season, following a special livery introduced at the Japanese Grand Prix earlier this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The VF-26 driven by Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman will feature a striking departure from Haas’ traditional colour scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alongside the familiar white, black and red, the car will incorporate prominent blue sections across its sidepods and rear wing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most distinctive feature will be an image of Godzilla on the engine cover, complemented by graphics inspired by the upcoming film.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The special branding will extend beyond the cars, with both drivers wearing specially designed race suits and team personnel sporting matching apparel throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haas will also introduce a dedicated merchandise collection and promotional activities as part of the partnership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu welcomed the return of the Godzilla collaboration, highlighting its potential to attract new audiences to Formula 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following the partnership’s debut in Japan, the team has chosen the United States Grand Prix to showcase another distinctive design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The initiative also reflects the growing commercial importance of the American market, where Formula 1 continues to expand its audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By combining motorsport with one of cinema’s most recognisable characters, Haas hopes to connect with fans beyond the sport’s traditional following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The project forms part of a broader collaboration between Haas and TOHO throughout the 2026 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond the visual transformation, the United States Grand Prix represents an important sporting opportunity for Haas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The American team heads to Austin seventh in the Constructors’ Championship with 30 points, seven ahead of Audi and 38 behind Alpine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After a promising start to the campaign, which included five points finishes in the opening six races, Haas has endured a more challenging period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Its most recent points came at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where both drivers finished inside the top nine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Komatsu’s team will now aim to return to the points at its home event and strengthen its position in the championship standings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Austin weekend will also carry additional significance for Esteban Ocon, who is set to leave Haas at the end of the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From 2027, Oliver Bearman will be joined by Brazilian prospect Rafael C\u00e2mara, a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With its special Godzilla livery, Haas will be hoping to make an impression both on and off the track during one of the most important weekends of its season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Haas will bring a completely different look to the 2026 United States Grand Prix. 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Komatsu Highlights the Importance of the Partnership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Haas Targets Points at Its Home Grand Prix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n