From the racetrack to the wrist: 7 standout driving watches of 2026
From F1 team collaborations to heritage-inspired chronographs, these driving watches capture the spirit of motorsport through technical innovation, racing-inspired designs and sophisticated mechanical movements.
In the world of motorsport, timepieces known as "driving watches" have become a way for enthusiasts to express their passion for both cars and watches. These watches are born out of collaborations between F1 teams and luxury watchmakers, combining heritage, technical innovation, and design elements inspired by the racetrack.
One such example is the IWC Schaffhausen Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Ref. IW388121, which sports a striking purple dial and rubber strap inspired by Singapore's national flower. This 41mm titanium timepiece features an automatic chronograph movement and a 46-hour power reserve. Only 1,959 units were produced, commemorating Aston Martin's first Formula 1 entry.
Another standout driving watch is the Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43, a collaboration between Breitling and Aston Martin. The watch features a lightweight titanium case, flecks of Aston Martin Racing Green on the carbon-fibre dial, and racing harness-inspired strap. The COSC-certified mechanical movement, Calibre 01, comes with a 70-hour power reserve and boasts a specially developed matte-black tungsten rotor.
Tudor's Carbon 26 driving watch pays homage to the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls team's car. With its white dial and yellow accents, this chronograph features a COSC-certified automatic chronograph movement with a 70-hour power reserve. The Carbon 26 is limited to 2,026 pieces, making it a highly sought-after timepiece for fans of the team.
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