Red Bull recently introduced a special livery ahead of the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit on April 6. The unique livery was presented as a tribute to Honda, their engine supplier. Red Bull stated in their official statement that the team will honor Honda at their home race this week. This special livery, inspired by Honda’s first victory with the RA272 in motorsport history, marks the final season of one of the most successful power unit partnerships in the sport. Red Bull had previously released a special livery with Honda in the 2021 season.
The current livery draws inspiration from the iconic red and white color scheme of the Honda RA272, incorporating the distinctive Japanese flag colors. The design also features the letter H, symbolizing the Japanese manufacturer. This season commemorates the 60th anniversary of Honda’s first victory in Formula One, paying tribute to the RA272’s historic win in the 1965 Mexican Grand Prix with American driver Richie Ginther behind the wheel.
At the Japanese Grand Prix, Red Bull will witness the debut of Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda, who recently exchanged places with New Zealand driver Liam Lawson, now part of the Racing Bull team. Max Verstappen also unveiled a special helmet design ahead of the GP Japan. The team’s special livery and debut of Japanese talent Yuki Tsunoda add an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming race in Suzuka.
In summary, Red Bull’s dedication to honoring Honda’s legacy through their special livery showcases a deep respect for their partnership and the history of motorsport. With the introduction of Yuki Tsunoda at the Japanese Grand Prix, the team is poised for an exciting race weekend filled with anticipation and celebration.
As reported by Fajar Satriyo and edited by Irwan Suhirwandi for ANTARA News. This article is copyrighted by ANTARA 2025.
