Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber pushes for ultimate performance and sustainability with R-M's RACE Finish-R clear coat

Hinwil, 25 June 2025 – Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber will push on yet another boundary of performance with its long-standing partner R-M, a premium brand of BASF coatings, as it unveils RACE Finish-R, a next-generation clear coat, inspired by R-M's experience in Formula One, setting new benchmarks for speed, efficiency and sustainability in automotive refinishing.

As part of R-M’s cutting-edge PIONEER Series, the combination of the C45 painted with AGILIS and the newly launched RACE Finish-R delivers a breakthrough in performance and sustainability — perfectly aligned with the high standards of Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber.

RACE Finish-R delivers complete car body repairs in under half the usual time, thanks to ultra-fast drying times of just 20 minutes at 40 degrees Celsius or 10 minutes at 60°C, with the added flexibility of air-drying at 20°C.

In line with the shared values between R-M and the team, the product also makes a strong environmental statement. Manufactured using Ccycled® technology, using raw materials from end-of-life tires to replace fossil fuels, RACE Finish-R contributes to a circular economy with up to 40% less CO₂ per KG of product.

Stefano Battiston, Chief Commercial Officer of Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber: “In motorsport, as in industry, performance is a function of speed and quality. RACE Finish-R exemplifies this mindset, enabling customers to move faster while embracing responsible innovation. We are proud to collaborate with R-M as the team brings meaningful, measurable progress to the repair sector.”

Alexander Bru, Managing Director of Automotive Refinish Solutions Switzerland at BASF Coatings, stated, "We are proud the C45 F1 race car uses Chemcycling technology by R-M’s eSense. As a technical partner, contributing to F1’s sustainability vision is crucial. Additionally, the Race Finish-R Clear Coat provided a flawless finish, enhancing the C45's visual identity this year."

The launch of RACE Finish-R reaffirms the commitment of both Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber and R-M AGILIS to pushing boundaries – not just in performance, but in purpose.