Williams F1 Team releases official livery for 2026 season

The Atlassian Williams F1 Team has become the latest team to officially unveil its livery for the eagerly anticipated 2026 season.

In not a huge departure from the white and blue colour scheme from previous seasons, the Williams press release announced the livery as ‘designed to match the team’s bold intent as it transitions to a new era as Atlassian Williams F1 Team – a name reflecting the team’s sole purpose to race and win at the pinnacle of motorsport.

‘The FW48 is flooded with a vibrant gloss blue, a colour that is unmistakably Williams and reflects the strength of our title partnership with Atlassian.’

The wait is over. Meet the FW48 livery 🤩 pic.twitter.com/Q88qWS0jI5

— Atlassian Williams F1 Team (@WilliamsF1) February 3, 2026

Interestingly, the release goes on to mention that the new livery has been designed with thought given to the cars of the last two Formula One World Champions to win behind the wheel – Damon Hill and Nigel Mansell.

‘This is contrasted with a flowing section of black, sweeping from the chassis side through to the rear of the car, which is framed by an iconic red and white keyline – a feature of championship-winning Williams cars like Nigel Mansell’s FW14B and Damon Hill’s FW18 which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.’

Admiring the FW48 livery from every angle 🔥 pic.twitter.com/zWlQ48kRN5

— Atlassian Williams F1 Team (@WilliamsF1) February 3, 2026

Now twenty years since Hill’s famous 1996 victory, the two drivers piloting the FW48 are once again Carlos Sainz Jr. and Alexander Albon.

“The FW48 livery is a real statement of our intent for 2026,” commented Sainz. “The design celebrates Atlassian Williams F1 Team’s heritage while embracing a fresh, dynamic look for the new era.

“I’m excited to race in this livery and to share the thrill with fans around the world – their support makes all the difference as we continue on our journey together!”

Albon added, “It’s always special to see a new livery for the first time, and the FW48 looks incredible. The design really stands out – it’s bold, modern and unmistakably Atlassian Williams F1 Team. I can’t wait for the fans to see it on track and cheer us on in 2026.”