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INSIGHT: How F1 teams create special one-off liveries

Ahead of Haas running a Godzilla collaboration scheme at the Circuit of The Americas, we caught up with the team to take a look at how a one-off livery on a Formula 1 car comes to life.

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:17 PM
INSIGHT: How F1 teams create special one-off liveries
Key Things to Know
  • Haas will race a special Godzilla-themed livery at the United States Grand Prix.
  • The one-off design on the VF-26 promotes the film Godzilla Minus Zero.
  • Haas marketing leader Francois Puentes noted brand collaborations must represent a cultural fit.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Formula 1 teams occasionally introduce special one-off liveries to provide unique exposure for brand partners during race weekends. For the upcoming United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas, Haas will feature a Godzilla-themed design on its VF-26 car to promote the movie Godzilla Minus Zero.

According to Francois Puentes, Motorsport Partnerships and Marketing Leader at Haas, any brand collaboration must represent a cultural fit with the racing team. The piece explores the collaborative design process required to bring these temporary car liveries to life on the track.

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