## Testimonials # Sauber F1 Team KICK pushes for ultimate performance and sustainability with R-M’s RACE Finish-R Clear Coat Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber celebrated a memorable result with Nico Krukenberg finished third in the British Grand Prix. The team 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. ![Nico Hulkenberg, Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber, 3rd winner British Grand Prix](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__1200x900/public/2025-07/large-2025%20British%20Grand%20Prix%20-%20Sunday_0.jpg.webp?itok=j2OZXKIU) 07/07/2025 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. ![2025 C45 Studio Images Stake_1.jpg](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/2025-07/2025%20C45%20Studio%20Images%20Stake_1.jpg.webp?itok=4x-96H8G) ![Podium win British Grand Prix ](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/2025-07/large-2025%20British%20Grand%20Prix%20-%20Sunday.jpg.webp?itok=TX-my59W) ![AgilisXSauber C45 racing car Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/2025-07/large-2025%20British%20Grand%20Prix%20-%20Sunday_1.jpg.webp?itok=1wyymvWO) ![R-M_PIONEER_Low_Bake_Clear_Coat_C_2P42_SoMe_Post_Image_1080x1080px_EN_INT.jpg](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/2025-07/Visualisation%20dashboard_2.jpg.webp?itok=OOPwUsd1) ![](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_169__1358x764/public/oembed_thumbnails/2025-07/90iNRUkwka7htladtOelUhSWpRQoqM8eTVraxUoN7cs.jpg.webp?itok=ibxnElOY) [Sauber Newsletter ](https://newsletter.sauber-group.com/mailing/139/8466119/58552609/1412/2de696d918/index.html "Sauber Newsletter") ![Technical team](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__806x606/public/2023-03/Jury_RM_BPC2022.jpg.webp?itok=7P-1T0lV) Team up with R-M and accelerate your business success [Let's talk ](/en-int/lets-talk "Let's talk") ![AgilisXSauber](https://www.rmpaint.com/data/sites/rm/files/styles/ars__ratio_43__806x606/public/2023-03/2023%20Pre-Season%20Testing%20-%20Bahrain%20-%20Day%203.jpg.webp?itok=bYmVyg8v) Connect with your local R-M dealer now [Find dealers near you ](/en-int/dealers "Find dealers near you")