New Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ safety car debuts in Hungary

The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ will make its debut as Formula 1's official safety car at the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, becoming the first safety car in the history of the sport with variable all-wheel drive, according to [Crash.net](https://www.crash.net/f1/news/1101564/1/first-look-f1-safety-car-gets-significant-upgrade-hungary-gp).

Its 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine delivers 450 kW (612 hp) and a maximum torque of 850 Nm. It is the 14th official safety car of the 30-year partnership between Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG with the FIA.

Safety car driver Bernd Maylander praised the new car's characteristics: "Its agile and direct response to driver inputs is spot on. It is the first safety car with all-wheel drive. This provides optimum traction, which is particularly noticeable when combined with all the other technical features. It really comes into its own when cornering and accelerating. It is an exceptional road car."

Maylander added that he is looking forward to driving the new safety car for the first time under real-world conditions in Hungary. The car was presented in a striking black and red livery.

Simon Wilbers, Head of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport, underlined the importance of the role: "For 30 years, Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG have taken on a special responsibility in Formula 1 by providing the safety cars. For us, it is both an honour and a challenge to continue this long-standing tradition with a car that raises our own standards yet again. The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ combines outstanding performance with precision, control, and safety – making it the ideal choice both as the Official FIA F1 Safety Car and as an exceptional road car."

Sources

• Crash.net