McLaren Racing secures Motul as official supplier ahead of 2026 Formula 1 season

McLaren Racing has announced a new partnership with Motul, the global leader in high-performance lubricants, as the team’s Official Supplier from the 2026 Formula 1 season.

The collaboration will see Motul provide McLaren with cutting-edge transmission lubricants, ensuring the British team has the technical edge needed in one of the most competitive eras of the sport.

Both brands are built on a foundation of innovation, engineering excellence, and heritage, making the partnership a natural fit. Motul’s return to Formula 1 through this deal also reconnects the company with a motorsport stage where it has played a key role in some of racing’s most iconic moments.

Nick Martin, Co-Chief Commercial Officer at McLaren Racing, expressed his excitement about the announcement.

 “We are delighted to welcome Motul to the McLaren Formula 1 Team. Motul has a proud history of innovation and technical excellence, attributes that closely mirror our own legacy. We look forward to working together in this exciting partnership.”

Echoing that enthusiasm, Andreea Culcea, Chief Brand and Communications Officer at Motul, highlighted the significance of the move.

“This partnership with McLaren marks Motul’s return to Formula 1, a discipline where we have written some of the most exhilarating moments of our history. This is a great opportunity to combine both of our expertise in the pursuit of performance and innovation.

"We are particularly proud that our fluids contribute to the outstanding performance of one of the most prestigious racing teams in the world.”

With Formula 1 set for sweeping technical changes in 2026, the timing of the deal positions McLaren to tap into Motul’s proven expertise. Fans will be eager to see how this new alliance translates into performance gains on track as McLaren continues its climb back to the top of the sport.