From Jalopnik · Erik Sherman · · 50s
Google Maps Shows Your Car As McLaren F1 Race Car
Google Maps now displays your vehicle as a McLaren Formula 1 race car for two American Grand Prix weekends.
In brief
Google Maps now displays your vehicle as a McLaren Formula 1 race car for two American Grand Prix weekends. Google Maps temporarily shows users a McLaren F1 race car avatar during the US Grand Prix and Las Vegas Grand Prix events. Originally reported by Jalopnik.
Google Maps Update
Google Maps now displays your vehicle as a McLaren Formula 1 race car for two American Grand Prix weekends.
Limited Time Feature
The McLaren F1 avatar is available until November 23, 2026, for the US Grand Prix and Las Vegas Grand Prix events.
How to Change Avatar
Open Google Maps settings, select 'Choose driving avatar', and pick the McLaren Formula 1 car.
McLaren F1 Avatar Details
The avatar uses the MCL40, McLaren's 2026 Formula 1 car with a papaya-hued palette from the 2025 season.
What to remember
Google Maps temporarily shows users a McLaren F1 race car avatar during the US Grand Prix and Las Vegas Grand Prix events.
