Ferrari Tops Fan Poll as Best 2026 F1 Livery

Ferrari has emerged as the early fan favorite for the 2026 Formula 1 season, securing the top spot in a PlanetF1 reader poll despite mixed reactions to its increased white accents. The Scuderia leads the rankings ahead of Mercedes and Red Bull, with seven of the eleven teams having already unveiled their new looks ahead of pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Why it matters:

As F1 enters a new regulatory era in 2026, liveries serve as the first tangible connection between teams and fans before the cars hit the track. While performance is paramount, aesthetic appeal drives initial engagement and merchandise sales, making the visual identity a crucial part of a team's preseason strategy.

By the numbers:

• 27%: Ferrari's share of the vote, placing them first despite the controversial white elements reminiscent of their 1976 and 1993 designs.
• 23%: Mercedes takes second place, with their revised livery edging out the competition.
• 19%: Red Bull rounds out the top three, praised by some for their metallic blue finish.
• 5%: Racing Bulls sits at the bottom of the current rankings among the revealed cars.
• 1,000+: The number of fans who participated in the survey to rank the liveries.

What's next:

Four teams have yet to reveal their 2026 challengers, with the remaining launches expected in February before the Bahrain tests. These late reveals could shake up the rankings, as fans await the full grid lineup to make their final judgments on the grid's aesthetic for the new season.