Williams F1 with new colors and new sponsor, FW46 will have to wait

The Williams F1 appeared second in the 2024 pre-season. this Monday from presentation at the Puma store on Fifth Avenue in New York, revealing his new colors this year and a new sponsor the main one, which appears on the side and on the rear spoiler.

Near Komatsua brand known for its excavators, tractors and heavy mining machines, which will be a good injection of money into the budget of the team led by JayAmes Vowles and where are Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant They are repeated as starting drivers.

Komatsu renews relationship with Williams after partnership in the 1980s and 1990swhich included the supply of gearbox components for the 1996 and 1997 title-winning cars.

FW46, not yet

As for the car, there’s a new livery that stands out a richer, brighter blue color was revealed on the 2023 FW45.so we’ll have to waitprobably until filming day next week or testing in Bahrain to see the new one Autumn-winter 46 2024.

Williams has already shown some nice evolutions in the past year, improving its car, which is one of the most refined and stylized in appearance on the grille, with minimal pontoons at the rear, on the diffuser and some hidden gills on the sides. very Aston Martin style. Thanks to this car, the historic British team was not only able to avoid last place in the Constructors’ Championship, but also but finish seventh with 28 points, beating AlphaTauri (new Visa RB), Alfa Romeo (new Stake F1) and Haas, first of all thanks for the input Albon And him 27 points.

The team director reports that there is still work to be done to get to know the new car, which is already on the way.

James Vowles, Williams Racing Team Manager:

“Unveiling the 2024 livery at an iconic New York City location is an important milestone. The FW46 has been the team’s focus for many months and there is still a huge effort to be made by everyone at Grove to present our challenge for this year.

“As we look to build on the momentum of last season, we have a driver line-up including Alex and Logan that is capable of consistently challenging for points, while also helping us guide our development into the future.”

“Since I joined Williams Racing a year ago, I have seen this team come together to overcome a number of challenges to finish seventh in the Constructors’ Championship, which meant a lot to everyone involved. This is the basis for moving forward. We will continue to strengthen the team both on and off the track by improving our infrastructure, investing in our people and attracting fantastic new partners such as Komatsu.”

Alex Albon

“After a very positive year, we hope to continue our progress into 2024, working hard to make some good steps forward in performance. We’ve asked a lot of team and factory members to get this machine where it needs to be, and we’ve also changed the cpche philosophy a bit, so I’m interested to see if we can improve some of the features. It will require some adjustments to your driving style, but I’m confident it will be a change for the better.”

Logan Sargeant

“Following the unveiling of this stunning livery, I am now looking forward to getting behind the wheel of the FW46 and continuing to develop as a racing driver. I had a productive winter that allowed me to prepare for the year physically and mentally. Taking the time to really reflect on my season As a rookie, I’ve learned a lot of lessons and gained experience that can only benefit me as I head into the new season.”

“I know my goals for this year. I will strive to build on the progress I have made since becoming part of the Williams Racing family. I intend to make an even greater contribution to the team’s success. Everyone at Grove is working tirelessly to deliver the FW46. during the winter holidays. I can’t thank you enough for your hard work and support. I hope we can achieve great results together in 2024.”