McLaren Racing has revealed a shimmering new livery enhancement, developed with Google Gemini, that will feature on the MCL39 at the United States and Mexico City Grands Prix. The design, which was launched digitally on Wednesday, also covers the drivers’ overalls and boots, offering fans in Mexico City something new to see when Formula 1 comes to the capital.
Why the Google Gemini design stands out
Drawing inspiration from the sparkle of Gemini’s color palette, the livery is meant to highlight Gemini’s function as a personal, proactive, and powerful assistant that helps unlock creativity and guide users in their daily lives. The effect creates a shifting, iridescent finish that’s meant to capture the sensation of being “In the Zone,” which connects with McLaren’s Never Stop Racing campaign.
Who is involved in the collaboration?
This enhancement is a collaborative effort between McLaren and Google Gemini, with additional support from Dell Technologies. The fan program also includes activations from partners like Mastercard, eBay, and Okta, emphasizing the technology-focused nature of the announcement.
Where and when will fans see it in Mexico City?
The new livery will be featured throughout the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend, on the MCL39 car and on the race overalls and boots. Although its first live debut is at the McLaren Racing Live: Zone Studio event in Austin this week, spectators in Mexico City will see it in action on the track during their Grand Prix weekend. The original source doesn’t provide specific timings or details about other fan activities in Mexico City.
Austin fan experience sets the tone
The free, non-ticketed McLaren Racing Live: Zone Studio, run in collaboration with Google Gemini and Dell Technologies, is happening from Thursday to Saturday in downtown Austin. It provides an engaging experience that allows fans to get a closer look at the team’s new design before it hits the track in Austin and Mexico City.
How this fits into McLaren’s livery history
McLaren has run special livery enhancements with Google Chrome before, at the British Grand Prix in 2023 and 2025, and also at the United States Grand Prix in 2024. This Gemini-inspired version continues the tradition of creating limited-run designs for high-profile races.
What this means for Mexico City fans
For local fans, this announcement brings extra color and excitement to the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend, highlighting the city’s importance on the global Formula 1 calendar. With the Gemini color scheme ready to sparkle under the lights, the team’s collaboration creates a unique look that many spectators will be excited to see from the grandstands.
Source: https://www.mclaren.com/racing/formula-1/2025/united-states-grand-prix/mclaren-unveils-google-gemini-livery-enhancement/
