Audi and Manual Focus Take Over Central Machine Works for F1 Weekend in Austin

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Car enthusiasts, artists, designers creatives, and Austin tastemakers put their own spin on the evening’s black-and-white theme, showing up in everything from vintage racing jackets to streetwear and evening attire. For Manual Focus, which pairs vintage cars with original art, the party marked two firsts. It was the group’s first event during Austin’s Grand Prix weekend and its first collaboration with a Formula 1 team.

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Sarah Forsberg and Jason Eatherly. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Denim Cox and Ron Bhowmik. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Lucas Schaller and Kait Schaller. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Joe Simon and Dan Bogard. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Stu Hill and Whitney Hill. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

Throughout the venue’s indoor and outdoor spaces, a curated collection of classic European cars shared the spotlight with Audi’s latest innovations, including the all-new 2027 SQ7 and SQ9 and the RS5 Hot Lap Car. The contrast between vintage icons and modern performance created a celebration of automotive design, engineering and history.

Specially commissioned black-and-white artwork from Karl Ruckgaber, Jules Doty, Eric Mack, Laurie Carswell and Keith Lockerby added a gallery-like atmosphere, while Austin’s own Jonathan Terrell and DJ Vegan Leather provided the soundtrack. Central Machine Works kept the crowd fueled with its signature food, craft beer and cocktails.

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Dan Bogard, Chase Hawk and Darryl Tocco. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Lauren and Sage Hawk. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Jose Robledo, Ron Starling and Ryan McBurney. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Chris and Emily Tolley. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Jim Bauer. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

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Mandy Harper, Tyler Nutter and Caitlin Shook. (Photo by Devon Hutchins)

More than a car show or race weekend party, the evening celebrated the intersection of Austin’s automotive and creative communities. With Audi helping lead the charge into a new era of Formula 1, the collaboration marked an exciting new chapter for Manual Focus and a memorable start to Austin’s Grand Prix weekend.