Designed in line with the 2022 Formula One regulations implemented to encourage closer racing, the FW44 features aerodynamic modifications, including over-wheel winglets and wheel covers, 18" low profile Pirelli tyres and rolled tip rear wings.
The new identity also sees changes to the front wing and nose, as well as underfloor tunnels that will allow cars to create efficient downforce through ground effect. The 2022 power unit will run on a more sustainable fuel, and the new and improved cars will also have greater safety features.
Although it bears his initials, the FW44 is the first car produced by the legendary team, which Frank Williams could not see. Under his leadership, 114 victories, 7 championship titles for drivers and 9 for constructors were recorded. He will never be forgotten as one of the greatest team bosses in F1.
Williams' team has always had the Ayrton Senna logo on their car, but this season it will not be like that. Instead the memory of one of the greatest drivers in F1 will be preserved with a dedicated space in factory museum.
Times change, but one thing remains the same in Formula 1, and that is that if you want success there is no room for sentimentality. Frank and Ayrton would both understand that.
Computer-rendered photos of what was to be the FW44 from various angles were posted, and there was a plastic model in front of the drivers and management without the details typical of 2022 cars.
"As we move into the new era of our sport, the FW44 highlights the transition to the future, as well as acknowledging the timeless qualities that make us who we are. Last season we were thrilled and proud to make such strong advancements as a team, with a number of well-earned points-scoring results in addition to a podium."
"Looking forward, we want to build on this success, and the FW44 perfectly embodies these ambitions to return to the front of the grid. I look forward to witnessing this progression with Nicholas and Alex at the helm."
"Pre-season always feels like quite a long time, but it’s been really busy and there’s been a nice build-up at the factory with lots of hard work from everyone. The new regulations should allow for much better racing so I’m excited for the challenge and we will aim to gather some good data from testing, to take us into the first few races."
Alex Albon, #23: "The FW44 livery is clean and simple. I like that we’ve gone for more blue with the dynamic diamond finish and a little bit of red; it looks really good and I’m looking forward to seeing it out on track."
"The upcoming Barcelona track session will be about making sure we’re efficient with our time to best ensure we have a competitive package heading into the season. We don’t have many days before our first race and so we quickly need to understand which areas of the car are strong and where we need to make improvements."
"I’m sure it will be a little bit of a learning curve as we all try to learn how to get the most out of the new regulations, but the objectives and the way that we focus
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