Haas, an American team that debuted in Formula 1 in 2016 and has been closely linked with Ferrari as a satellite team, stands to benefit hugely from Toyota's engineering and manufacturing experience. Ayao Komatsu, Haas's team principal, shared his enthusiasm about the partnership.

Komatsu was clear that the agreement with Toyota would have no bearing on the Ferrari relationship, which was extended to the end of 2028 in July. When talks with Toyota started earlier this year, he ensured total clarity and transparency with Ferrari, calling it the “foundation” of the Haas team.

Haas's new Formula One technical partnership with Toyota is aimed at enhancing long-standing arrangements with Ferrari rather than replacing them, team boss Ayao Komatsu said on Friday.

Esteban Ocon decided to sign with Haas without knowing the Ferrari-powered team would go on to also announce a new alliance with Toyota. Ocon,

Esteban Ocon made the decision to sign with Haas without knowing that the Ferrari-powered team would later announce a significant partnership with Toyota. Ocon, whose relationship with the struggling Alpine team collapsed in 2024,