Toyota returns to F1 with Haas

The Japanese manufacturer was an official Formula 1 team for nine seasons (2002-2009). Where he achieved 13 podiums and finished 4th (his best position) in the constructors’ championship (2005 and 2007). Since then, Toyota has decided not to engage as a machine supplier or even associate with a team with the purpose of collecting information.

However, the situation is completely different this time, Toyota and the American team, haashas signed an active technical agreement since this season. Within the framework of the long-term agreement, haas and Toyotathrough its motorsports and research and development division, Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR)“they will exchange experience, knowledge and resources.”

The agreement will be executed in conjunction with the agreement established in Ferrariwith whom haas has collaborated since entering the sport in 2016. TGR will provide the American team with design, technical assistance and manufacturing services, while haas in return it will offer its technical expertise and commercial advantages.

The goal is that haas enhance their development and competitive position in the sport, while Toyota Expand your knowledge and skills by participating in F1.

“I am very excited that the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team and Toyota Gazoo Racing have come together to sign this technical partnership”said the leader of haas, Come on Komatsu.

The agreement was announced on Friday at Fuji International Speedwayproperty of Toyotaand the brand will be allowed Toyota Gazoo Racing displayed on vehicles haas of Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen starting with the United States Grand Prix, which will be held next weekend at Austin.

haas currently sits seventh in the constructors’ championship, just three points behind RB in the fight for sixth place.