{"id":8828,"date":"2026-02-22T08:54:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:54:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/?p=8828"},"modified":"2026-02-22T08:54:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:54:47","slug":"new-carrera-hybrid-models-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/?p=8828&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"New CARRERA HYBRID models &#8211; 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For this still young range at CARRERA, we find new sets and accessories but above all new rails which will allow for even more winding circuits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The sets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Last year, when the HYBRID wasn&rsquo;t officially available in all countries, there were no new sets; this year, two new ones have appeared.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"425\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_SET_01.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_SET_01.png 425w, https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_SET_01-300x264.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>50050007 : HyperDrive Fury<\/strong><br>A simple oval, but with a few unique features.<br>Usually, the outer color of the track is blue (2024 sets), which means there are more right-hand curves. Here, we have more left-hand curves because the track runs in the opposite direction.<br>There are few straightaways because there are only four elements, and one of those elements is the starting line, while another is\u2026 a chicane!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The set includes two vehicles, but no more information than what&rsquo;s shown on the box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For me, this track is the ideal set to expand an existing set at a lower cost, adding more cars, extending the track with left-hand curves, and including a chicane. Available in February 2026, I think this set will be a success.<br>Price : \u20ac120<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>50050008 : Speedcore Challenge<br><\/strong>No images on the website; the only clue is a Ferrari license that suggests what the vehicles might be.<br>Price: \u20ac150<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The new track elements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>50052010: Rourbes R1 &#8211; 30\u00b0 (2x L + 2x R)<\/strong><br>While standard curves are 60\u00b0, these are half curves. This will allow for 90\u00b0 turns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pack of 2 left-hand curves and 2 right-hand curves<br>Suggested price: \u20ac25<br>Available September 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>50052008 : Pit Lane<br><\/strong>No visuals available, but videos from the show depict something resembling the D124 track booth.<br>Suggested price: \u20ac30<br>Available September 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>50052011: Bridge with 3 straight lines<\/strong><br>This pack contains plastic elements that will raise a straight section of track by three elements, creating a bridge over another section of track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s a variation of the one found on the website of the inventor of the HYBRID system. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sturmkind-shop.com\/\">www.sturmkind-shop.com\/<\/a><br>Worth seeing, as there are no safety barriers on the bridge; do not attempt to go off the runway at this point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Approximate price: \u20ac40<br>Available September 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"599\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_ACC_01.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_ACC_01.png 599w, https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_ACC_01-300x79.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 599px) 100vw, 599px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many new vehicles will be introduced this year. CARRERA continues to offer a wide range of vehicles across its lineups, and the HYBRIS is no exception.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most notable vehicles are:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_CAR_01.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8767\" style=\"width:265px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_CAR_01.png 600w, https:\/\/www.carrera-fun.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/HYB_CAR_01-265x300.png 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>50054001 : Porsche 911 GT3 R \u00ab\u00a0Phantom Global Racing, No.23\u00a0\u00bb avec manette<\/strong><br>A special pack including a car and a controller with a design that matches the car. Similar to their game consoles, CARRERA is adopting the limited-edition controller model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suggested retail price: \u20ac95<br>Available June 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New vehicle types are coming this year: Formula 1 cars, specifically the F1 2026 series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following have been announced:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Oracle Red Bull Racing RB22 \u00ab\u00a0M.Verstappen, No.3\u00a0\u00bb (2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferrari SF-26 \u00ab\u00a0L.Hamilton, No.44\u00a0\u00bb (2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mercedes-AMG F1 W17 E Performance \u00ab\u00a0G.Russell, No.63\u00a0\u00bb (2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Audi Revolut F1\u00ae Team \u00ab\u00a0N.H\u00fclkenberg, No.27\u00a0\u00bb (2026)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>McLaren Formula 1 Team \u00ab\u00a0L.Norris, No.1\u00a0\u00bb (2026)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Suggested price: \u20ac63<br>Available October 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other vehicles announced:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BMW M4 GT3 \u00ab\u00a0FK Performance Motorsport, No. 11\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BMW M4 GT3 \u00ab\u00a0BMW M-Team WRT, No.31\u00a0\u00bb S\u00e3o Paulo, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BMW M4 GT3 \u00ab\u00a0BMW M-Team WRT, No.32\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferrari 296 GT3 \u00abFrikadelli Racing, No.1\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferrari 296 GT3 \u00ab\u00a0Vista AF Corse, No.55\u00a0\u00bb FIA WEC 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porsche 911 GT3 R \u00ab\u00a0Razoon \u2013 more than racing, No.14\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo \u00ab\u00a0Launch 2025\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Porsche 911 GT3 R \u00ab\u00a0Wright Motorsports, No.24\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ferrari 296 GT3 \u00ab\u00a0AF Corse, No.21\u00a0\u00bb<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ford Mustang GT3 \u00ab\u00a0Proton Competition, No.88\u00a0\u00bb Spa 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ford Mustang GT3 \u00ab\u00a0Ford Performance, No.44\u00a0\u00bb<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For this still young range at CARRERA, we find new sets and accessories but above all new rails which will allow for even more winding circuits. 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