What happened: Austin opens a three-race stretch with the series racing in Texas this weekend. The look centers on a Raptor-inspired kit tied to Ford Racing.

Why it matters: Austin has become the stop where teams run one-off liveries tied to the U.S. race. Verstappen arrives in Texas one week after winning from pole in Singapore ahead of Leclerc and Antonelli.

What to watch: On-track sessions in Austin will show the full weekend kit in use.