LEGO and Formula 1 have taken their partnership to a whole new level by unveiling 22 fully drivable LEGO race cars that will be used during the 2026 Formula 1 Pirelli British Grand Prix Drivers Parade at Silverstone. The impressive fleet will carry every current Formula 1 driver around the famous circuit before the race begins, giving fans a unique and entertaining way to see their favorite stars.
The project is a major upgrade from last year's Miami Grand Prix, where LEGO introduced just 10 drivable cars for the parade. This year, the number has more than doubled, allowing every driver to ride in a custom-built LEGO car representing their team.
Each vehicle is made using more than 28,000 LEGO bricks and weighs around 280 kilograms. Of that total, approximately 65 kilograms comes from LEGO bricks, while the rest is made up of the supporting frame, steering system, and mechanical components needed to make the cars fully functional.
Despite being built from thousands of plastic bricks, the minicars are not just display pieces. They can reach speeds of up to 25 km/h (about 15.5 mph) thanks to a specially designed chassis fitted with standard go-kart wheels and mechanical parts. This allows Formula 1 drivers to safely drive the brick-built vehicles around Silverstone during the parade.
Every LEGO car has been carefully designed to match the 2026 Formula 1 team liveries, complete with official team colors, sponsor-inspired graphics, racing numbers, and logos. Each model is unique, ensuring fans can instantly recognize the team it represents. LEGO designers worked hard to recreate every detail while making sure the vehicles remained strong enough to be driven.
The cars were built at the LEGO Group's factory in Kladno, Czech Republic, where a team of 20 designers, engineers, and builders spent a combined 6,400 hours bringing the project to life. On average, each car required around 290 hours to build, not including the time spent planning, testing, and developing the designs.
Julia Goldin, LEGO Group's Chief Product and Marketing Officer, said the project was inspired by the overwhelmingly positive response to last year's LEGO parade in Miami.
"At the LEGO Group, we are constantly striving to push the boundaries of what is possible. This latest challenge is a true testament to that, marking an extraordinary collaboration between the LEGO Group, Formula 1 and its 10 teams. We know that drivable big builds have an unparalleled ability to evoke excitement amongst fans, and are delighted to see the reaction unveiling 10 at the same time has brought. We hope these unique creations reinforce that with imagination and a LEGO brick in-hand; creativity has limitless possibilities."
Formula 1 also praised the collaboration. Emily Prazer, Formula 1's Chief Commercial Officer, said the project perfectly reflects the sport's focus on creativity and innovation.
"As a sport synonymous with innovation and pushing boundaries, it was amazing to see another first for our sport as the big builds made their way around the track in the hands of the best drivers in the world. Our partnership with the LEGO Group enables us to inject a lot of fun into the Grand Prix experience and engage new audiences, and we can't wait to see what else we can dream up together."
The LEGO Drivers Parade will take place on July 5 during the 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Fans attending the race will be able to watch the colorful procession in person, while viewers around the world can tune in through Formula 1's official YouTube channel.
The collaboration continues LEGO and Formula 1's growing partnership, combining motorsport with creativity to create memorable experiences for racing fans of all ages.
