Drivers parade at Austrian GP features team-liveried KTM X-Bows
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:26 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026

The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix saw a departure from the traditional drivers' parade format. Taking place at the Red Bull Ring, the parade showcased 22 drivers being chauffeured in customized KTM X-Bows adorned with the liveries of their respective teams. This change highlights a preference for unique presentation and local automotive talent. The parade occurred ahead of the race on June 28.
- •Austrian GP features a new drivers' parade format.
- •KTM X-Bows were used instead of a flatbed lorry.
- •Each car was wrapped in a Formula 1 team's livery.
- •The parade was held at the Red Bull Ring.
- •22 drivers participated in the event on June 28.
- 1:26 PMMotorsport.com — F1 Austrian GP drivers' parade ditches traditional lorry for team-liveried KTM X-Bows
"The 2026 Austrian Grand Prix drivers' parade moved away from the traditional flatbed lorry format, opting instead for a fleet of bespoke KTM X-Bows wrapped in the liveries of each of the current Formula 1 teams. Ahead of the race at the Red Bull Ring, the 22 drivers were chauffeured around the 4.318km Styrian circuit in the Austrian-manufactured cars. The KTM X-Bow is the motorcycle ...Keep reading
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