F1 | Williams reveals the official 2026 livery: all the FW48 photos
Williams has finally revealed the car that will take to the track in the 2026 Formula 1 season, publishing the official photos of the FW48.
Williams is preparing for the debut of the 2026 Formula 1 season by unveiling the livery of its new car. The FW48 has not yet completed any on-track mileage, but its new colours have now been revealed. The team skipped the Barcelona tests, but is getting ready to travel to Bahrain for the second phase of its pre-season preparation.
James Vowles has repeatedly highlighted in the past how much focus has been placed on this season. The new technical cycle represents a major opportunity for the team to continue the upward trend seen over the last few years. The Mercedes power unit could play a key role in defining Williams’ position relative to its rivals. Meanwhile, Alexander Albon and Carlos Sainz are ready to finally complete the first laps behind the wheel of the new cars built under these regulations.
Williams: the FW48 unveiled
Williams has unveiled the livery that will dress the Grove-built car during the 2026 Formula 1 season. The presentation took place online, with the team uploading the first official images. Plans changed compared to the original intention of holding a live launch event, but the FW48 can now finally be seen.
The team had previously revealed a special livery intended for the Barcelona tests, which was never used due to Williams’ absence from the session. In Bahrain, the car will appear in the official version revealed today, which will be used throughout the entire season. The first driver feedback from behind the wheel is also expected to arrive next week.
Williams begins the new campaign later than the other teams. Team Principal James Vowles has reassured that the team will be present for the second part of the winter tests. The squad attempted to push beyond the limits in certain areas, and this approach led to delays in the project. It now remains to be seen whether the track will confirm the value of the work that has been carried out.
The unveiling of the Williams FW48 livery marks a pivotal moment for the team as they look to turn the page on a difficult pre-season and fully embrace the 2026 regulatory shift. While skipping the Barcelona shakedown has undoubtedly put James Vowles‘ squad under immense pressure, the launch of their official race colors provides a much-needed psychological boost to both the fans and the hardworking staff back at Grove. The success of this “Year Zero” strategy will depend on whether the FW48’s innovative design can overcome its late start to deliver immediate reliability and pace in the Bahrain heat.
The official reveal of the FW48 livery confirms that Williams is ready to step into the 2026 season with Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon, despite the development hurdles that kept them off track in Barcelona.
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