That said, Toyota will take over the 'title sponsor' duties of Haas, hereby known as the TGR Haas F1 Team, cementing a landmark partnership between Toyota Gazoo Racing and the 'American' F1 team. As Haas launches its 2026 F1 car, the team is facing a new future as a new American team joins the grid. The aim is for Haas to improve their development and competitive standing within the sport with Toyota developing their own knowledge and skills through F1.
"I'm hugely excited that MoneyGram Haas F1 Team and Toyota Gazoo Racing have come together to enter into this technical partnership," said Haas boss Ayao Komatsu. Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu has revealed that the team will get its own Formula 1 simulator up. Haas F1 Team launched their 2026 competitor, named VF-26, and revealed an all.
Toyota is increasing its presence in Formula 1 after taking over the title sponsorship of the Haas team on Thursday. TOKYO (AP) -- The Haas Formula 1 team will get a new name next season, further showcasing its relationship with Japanese automaker Toyota. Toyota last entered F1 with a factory team effort that lasted from 2002 until 2009, with its best result in the Constructors' Championship during that time being fourth in 2005.
Toyota back on the F1 grid Currently seventh in the constructors' standings, Haas are one of those teams aiming to do just that. The American outfit have announced they have signed a multi-year deal with Toyota, who will make their return to F1 for the first time since 2009. Here is a look back at Toyota's first stint in F1 from 2002 to 2009 amid reports that the car manufacturer is planning a return to the sport.