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 returning to Formula 1 after 15 years as the Japanese automaker becomes a “technical partner” of American team Haas.

Masaya Kaji, director of Toyota Gazoo Racing, made it clear that while Toyota will support Haas, the Japanese carmaker is not preparing for a full return to F1. "We have no plans to have a team. Nor are we planning to offer the supply of a power unit at this time," he said.