Red Bull gets Tag-Renault engineposted in F104 | 12 | 2015
RED BULL HAS confirmed it will run TAG Heuer-branded Renault engines for the 2016 Formula 1 season. The decision come sin the wake of not being able to secure an engine from Mercedes, Ferrari or Honda.
This will be the 10th year the team will use the French engines, and comes after Red Bull renegotiated its contract with Renault having notice earlier this year stating it no longer wished to continue for 2016.
The 2016 race car will be badged Red Bull Racing-Tag Heuer RB12, and the news came just hours after Renault chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn confirmed the manufacturer will return to Formula 1in 2016 as a full-time works outfit, taking over Lotus.
"TAG Heuer has been an icon in the world of Formula 1 for many years and we're delighted that they've chosen to continue their association with the sport by teaming up with us," Red Bull team principal Christian Horner said.
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"Our shared values of innovation and a desire to stand out from the crowd make this one of the most exciting partnerships in F1.
"We are also pleased to see Renault confirm its long-term commitment to F1 and would like to thank them for their contribution to the team since 2007.
"Their technical partnership with Ilmor gives us confidence, and we look forward to the 2016 season."
Watchmaker Tag Heuer switched to Red Bull for 2016 after terminating its 30-year association with McLaren F1
The deal includes TAG Heuer becoming official timekeeper, official watch partner and team performance partner from next season as part of a multi-year agreement.
Related: Time up for Tag Heuer at McLaren
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Jim McGill