ExxonMobil, a global leader in energy innovation and lubricant technology, has announced an expansion within Formula 1, becoming the official fuel partner for the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls (VCARB) team.
This strategic alliance is built upon ExxonMobil’s highly successful and enduring technical partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, reinforcing the company’s deep commitment to driving performance and technological advancement at the pinnacle of motorsport.
The multi-year agreement sees VCARB benefit from bespoke, high-performance fuels meticulously developed by ExxonMobil under its globally recognized Mobil, Esso, and Mobil 1 brands. Beyond the crucial fuel supply, the partnership encompasses comprehensive technical support to maximize on-track competitiveness.
A key element of this collaboration is the deployment of ExxonMobil’s advanced trackside laboratory at every F1 Grand Prix. This state-of-the-art facility will enable expert technicians to conduct real-time, in-depth analysis of fuel and lubricants, ensuring full compliance with stringent FIA regulations. Furthermore, the data from this analysis will provide invaluable insights into component performance and potential wear, directly contributing to enhanced reliability and optimized performance for the team’s RB02 challenger.
Commenting on the occasion, Peter Bayer, CEO of Visa Cash App Racing Bulls said, “The Mobil brand has a history in advancing motorsports. We already have a strong relationship with ExxonMobil and we are excited to extend our collaboration to enhance our performance this season. This expansion underscores our shared dedication to pioneering research and pursuing new technologies and Formula One as the pinnacle of Motorsport and laboratory for innovation. We look forward to achieving new milestones together on and off the track and welcome Mobil to our family.”
Olly Hughes, CMO of Red Bull Technology added, “Since 2017, ExxonMobil has been an integral part of Oracle Red Bull Racing’s success, delivering world-class fuel and lubricants that have powered us to numerous race wins and championships. Their dedication to innovation and performance has been a key factor in our ability to push the limits on track. Now, as the company extends its partnership to Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, we’re excited to see their expertise expand across the Red Bull family. This marks the next step in a collaboration built on excellence, and we look forward to achieving even greater success together.”
Laurent Mekies, Team Principal, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls, concluded, “It’s fantastic news for the Team to extend our partnership with ExxonMobil. Formula One is becoming more technological every day and our competitive edge depends on strategic partnerships like this one. We will be using not only their world-class fuel and lubricant products all over the world but also benefit from the incredible support of their laboratories at the racetrack and back at the base, to push all the performance boundaries even further. It is a perfect example of how Formula One research leads the way to develop new technologies for broader mobility and society.”
The ExxonMobil branding, featuring the iconic Mobil, Esso, and Mobil 1 logos, will gain prominent visibility across the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls team. This includes placement on the team’s 2025 challenger, the VCARB 02 car, as well as on the driver overalls of Yuki Tsunoda and Isack Hadjar, team apparel, and within the team’s garage environment at race events, ensuring significant global brand exposure.
This partnership signifies a deepening commitment from ExxonMobil to F1, underscoring their continued investment in cutting-edge technology and their dedication to supporting teams striving for excellence in the world’s most prestigious motorsport series. The collaboration is poised to deliver mutual benefits, driving innovation and performance for Visa Cash App Racing Bulls while further showcasing ExxonMobil’s technological leadership on a global stage.
This announcement comes on the heels of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, where the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls demonstrated a promising pace. Yuki Tsunoda secured a commendable fifth position in the first qualifying session of the season, while rookie Isack Hadjar qualified in 11th. The team is focused on building on this momentum and securing their first points of the season in the upcoming race.