Komatsu was clear that the agreement with Toyota would have no bearing on the Ferrari relationship, which was extended to the end of 2028 in July. When talks with Toyota started earlier this year, he ensured total clarity and transparency with Ferrari, calling it the “foundation” of the Haas team.

Toyota is making it abundantly clear that its partnership with Haas isn't about getting its hardware into F1—it's about a path for drivers.

Japanese car company Toyota is returning to Formula 1 after a 15-year absence in a partnership with the US-based Haas team.