The team Haas F1 Team presented today the new design of its single-seater VF-23which will be piloted by the Danish Kevin Magnussen and the german Nico Hulkenberg during the Formula 1 World Championship 2023.
The design launch reflects the new sponsorship partnership with MoneyGram International Inc., first announced during last year’s United States Grand Prix, with the Texas-based marque joining the American team.
The series of digital renders, shared on MoneyGram Haas F1 Team’s social platforms, shows a balanced combination of red, white and black in the design of the VF-23, key colors for both MoneyGram and Haas F1 Team.
In addition to the new MoneyGram branding incorporated into the design, especially on the engine cover and front wing, Haas Automationthe global CNC tool company founded by the equipment owner Gene Haasmaintains its design presence by appearing on the sides and rear wing.
team sponsors, Hantec Markets, Palm Angels, OpenSea, Alpinestars Y tricorpalso have their logo on the VF-23 design.
“I am very pleased to welcome MoneyGram as a title sponsor for the 2023 season and beyond, and it is exciting to see our first livery launched together as MoneyGram Haas F1 Team,” said Gene Haas, president of the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team.
“We started the season strong after some good results last year and a return to the points. Our goal for the 2023 season is to do it more consistently and with Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hülkenberg, I think we have an experienced driver pairing more than capable of scoring points on Sundays.”
“It has been exciting to see two global organizations truly come together as one team to form the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team,” stated Alex Holmes, president and CEO of MoneyGram.
“We have collaborated closely to bring this design to life, leveraging our similarities and unique strengths. Starting a new era with a clear plan and vision, we are prepared to work together to reach new highs this year.” added.
While Guenther Steiner, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Team Principalhighlighted: “It’s an exciting time of the year for Formula 1 and it’s great that we’re the first to unveil our livery, but our focus is firmly on getting the VF-23 out on track and preparing for the season. We really have something to build on from last year’s performances. The entire organization has worked hard to get to this point and obviously in Kevin (Magnussen) and Nico (Hülkenberg) we have two proven talents with point-scoring abilities behind the wheel. I can’t wait to get started.”
MoneyGram Haas F1 Team will test at Silverstone circuit on Saturday 11 February. The official pre-season test will take place from February 23 to 25 at the Bahrain International Circuit, where the tournament will start on March 5.
