Haas
American F1 team founded by Gene Haas, strengthened by a title partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing from 2026. TGR Haas, based in Kannapolis, uses Ferrari engines and aims to consistently fight in the midfield.
History and Information
Haas F1 Team is the only American team in Formula 1, founded by entrepreneur Gene Haas and debuting in the 2016 season. The team built its business model on a close technical partnership with Ferrari, enabling a rapid entry into F1 without the need to build full infrastructure from scratch. A breakthrough in the team's history is the title partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing, announced for the 2026 season, marking the Japanese giant's return to Formula 1 after a 15-year absence. Under the leadership of Ayao Komatsu - a Japanese engineer who was promoted to team principal in 2024 - TGR Haas is undergoing a significant transformation. Behind the wheel are Esteban Ocon, an experienced Grand Prix winner, and Oliver Bearman - a young Briton who already impressed as a substitute at Ferrari during the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The combination of Toyota's know-how, Ferrari engines and growing ambitions makes Haas one of the most intriguing projects for the 2026 season.