Red Bull junior team to follow in parent’s footsteps: Agreement on 2025 design confirmed – As the 2024 Formula One season draws to a close, much of the focus has shifted to developments for the upcoming 2025 campaign. With driver line-ups all but finalised and attention slowly turning to the new technical regulations due to debut in 2026, teams must also ensure they are fully prepared for the final season under the current rules.
For VCARB, Red Bull Racing’s subsidiary team, the groundwork for 2025 is already well underway and the team has taken a significant step by securing design elements from its dominant parent team.
A challenging season for VCARB
The 2024 season has not been kind to VCARB, with the team struggling to perform in recent races. Neither Yuki Tsunoda nor Daniel Ricciardo have managed to score points in the last three Grand Prix, adding to the pressure on the Italian outfit.
Adding to the frustration is the fact that their midfield rivals, Haas and Williams, have been able to capitalise on opportunities and score points over the same period. This recent underperformance has left VCARB in a precarious position in the Constructors’ Championship, with just a five-point lead over Haas.
With the standings tightening, VCARB is keen to ensure a more competitive performance next season. To achieve this, the team has turned to its parent company, Red Bull Racing, and is looking to emulate their performance, which has been nothing short of dominant in recent years.
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Drawing inspiration from Red Bull’s success
Jody Egginton, VCARB’s Technical Director, is at the forefront of designing the team’s car for the 2025 season. Reports from the Italian branch of *Motorsport.com* confirm that Egginton has struck a deal with Red Bull Racing that will see VCARB borrow some key design elements from Red Bull’s highly successful RB19.
The RB19, which has achieved an extraordinary level of success within the current technical regulations, will serve as the basis for VCARB’s 2025 car. Under the terms of the agreement, VCARB will incorporate Red Bull’s bodywork and front pull-rod suspension into its design. In addition, the team has taken inspiration from the RB19’s rear suspension, choosing to incorporate its pushrod system into its 2025 model.
This deal is a significant boost for VCARB, giving the team access to a proven formula that has dominated the grid. By utilising these design elements from the RB19, VCARB hopes to close the performance gap with its rivals and mount a stronger challenge next season.
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A strategic move to save time and resources
Beyond the immediate performance benefits, the decision to adopt aspects of the Red Bull RB19 is also a strategic move to save time and money. With 2025 being the last season before new, comprehensive regulations come into force in 2026, many teams are likely to split their focus between developing for the current regulations and preparing for the future.
By using the existing designs of a car as successful as the RB19, VCARB can streamline its development process, freeing up resources that might otherwise have been tied up in more extensive R&D efforts.
The move also highlights the cost-conscious nature of Formula One’s midfield teams. With budget caps and limited resources compared to the sport’s elite teams, VCARB’s decision to recycle a successful design could give them a crucial advantage. The RB19 is widely regarded as the most successful Red Bull car to date under the current regulations, and adopting its core elements could provide a solid foundation for the 2025 season.
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Emulating success: A shared strategy
VCARB’s decision to borrow from its parent team is not without precedent in F1. Haas, another midfield contender, has long relied on Ferrari for its technical expertise, adopting as many of the Italian marque’s features as the regulations allow. This strategy has helped Haas remain competitive in a sport where technological development is often the key to success.
With the current regulations set to expire after the 2025 season, many teams will be focused on maximising their performance before the new era begins in 2026.
The new regulations are expected to bring significant changes to car design, engine regulations and aerodynamics. As a result, this season represents a final opportunity for teams to capitalise on existing strategies and designs before having to focus on the future.
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Preparing for the future
While the 2026 regulations will soon dominate the F1 conversation, the 2025 season remains crucial for teams like VCARB. Securing better results and ensuring they remain competitive in the Constructors’ Championship will allow them to enter the new era with stronger financial backing and a clearer strategic direction.
By aligning themselves more closely with Red Bull Racing, VCARB is taking a step that could help them overcome their recent struggles. With a proven design in hand, the team is looking to turn its fortunes around and deliver a stronger performance on the grid next year.
As the final races of the 2024 season unfold, fans and analysts alike will be keeping a close eye on how teams like VCARB prepare for what lies ahead. The Red Bull deal could well be the key to greater success in 2025 and closing the gap on their rivals.
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