Ayao Komatsu

Komatsu: Ocon was “very much on board” with Haas F1 development plan before their Toyota partnership

Ryan McGahey1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu says Ocon was sold on joining the team for 2025 long before the team’s recently announced partnership with Toyota was announced. With the announcement late last week that Haas would be partnering with Toyota Gazoo Racing, the spotlight has been on the American team, as they set their sights high…

Haas looks upwards with the addition of Toyota by “tapping into each other’s expertise”

Ewout Albrecht2 weeks ago013 mins

The team of Haas is on the rise. After having given up on 2021 the team had a decent 2022, only to finish last during the 2023 season. This was reason for team owner Gene Haas to say goodbye to Günther Steiner as team principal and promote Ayao Komatsu. A move that seemed to have…

Toyota give reasons for Haas F1 deal and why it doesn’t mean a “full” comeback is on the cards

Rebecca Malitz2 weeks ago09 mins

On 4 November 2009, Toyota’s announced its withdrawal from F1 after competing as a works team between 2002 and 2009, and acting as engine supplier for teams such as Jordan (2005), Midland (2006) and Williams (2007-2009). The decision from Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda came in the midst of the global financial crisis and saw the companies’…

“He’s got really amazing commitment and work ethic” — Komatsu opens up about signing Ocon on multi-year F1 deal

Magdalena Put3 months ago3 months ago011 mins

The decision to bring Esteban Ocon on board for 2025 and beyond was announced in Spa-Francorchamps, the track where Ocon made his F1 debut in 2016 for the now-defunct Manor Racing. This marks the first time that a Grand Prix winner will drive for Haas, which is a significant achievement for the team. Ayao Komatsu…

“Ayao really convinced me with his words” — Esteban Ocon explains choice to sign with Haas F1 Team

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

MoneyGram Haas F1 Team has completed its 2025 driver line-up with the announcement that Esteban Ocon, currently of BWT Alpine F1 Team, has been signed on a multi-year contract. This comes after weeks of speculation that the Frenchman would be joining the Kannapolis-based team, following the announcement of his departure from Alpine after the 2024…

Official: Esteban Ocon signs multi-year deal with Haas F1 Team

James O'Connor3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

It’s official, Esteban Ocon has signed a multi-year deal with Haas F1 Team, as Pit Debrief revealed earlier this month. 2025 will mark a fourth different team for the 28-year-old in his career. He made his debut at the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix with Manor, immediately impressing with his speed against now Formula E World…

Nico Hulkenberg driving in the rain at Silverstone

Haas extend Ferrari technical partnership until 2028 and continue Toyota talks

Luke-John Buckle3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Haas has extended their technical partnership with Ferrari until the end of the 2028 season. The American team will continue to benefit from Ferrari power units in the continuation of a collaboration that began in 2016, Haas’s first year of Formula 1. Ayao Komatsu, Team Principal of Haas said: “I’m thrilled to extend our relationship…

Esteban Ocon set to join Haas F1 Team on a multi-year deal

James O'Connor3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Esteban Ocon will partner Oliver Bearman at Haas next year and beyond as the Frenchman has signed a multi-year contract, Pit Debrief has learned. As this website revealed earlier in the year, Audi held an interest in his services. However, the number one priority continues to be Carlos Sainz for the German manufacturer as the…

Haas F1 boss Komatsu “very open and very honest” in the search for a second driver, Magnussen says

Ewout Albrecht3 months ago06 mins

Haas is on the rise. The team has already scored more than twice the points from 2023, and with signing Oliver Bearman for next year the team also looks to invest in the future. Teamboss Ayao Komatsu looks to break with the philosophy of predecessor Günther Steiner who focused more on experience. The question remains…

“Very consistent” Magnussen should “for sure” be considered by Haas or other teams regarding 2025 F1 drive — Hülkenberg

James O'Connor3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Nico Hülkenberg believes Kevin Magnussen deserves to be in the mix for the second Haas seat or a spot at another team as the 2025 F1 driver market continues to be intriguing. Since the 36-year-old joined the American-owned team in 2023, he has beaten Magnussen 24-10 in Grand Prix qualifying, and he has outscored the…