McLaren x Loop Switch 2 Earplugs Offer Race-Day Sound Control

The new earplugs feature adjustable sound modes to optimize the race experience.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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McLaren Racing has partnered with Loop to offer the new Switch 2 earplugs, designed to provide race fans with customizable sound control during Formula 1 events. The earplugs, available in McLaren's iconic papaya color, feature three adjustable modes to help wearers manage the noise of race cars, packed grandstands, and travel days.

Why it matters

Sound management is essential race-day gear, as experienced racegoers know. The new McLaren x Loop earplugs allow fans to dial in their environment, reducing the roar of engines without muting the overall experience, helping them stay sharp and recover between sessions.

The details

The Switch 2 earplugs move beyond simple hearing protection, offering performance optimization features. Each box includes four sets of ear tips for the perfect fit, and the carrying case is durable and convenient, with a rubber strap that can be added to a key ring or paddock lanyard. McLaren's engineering mindset aligns with Loop's sensory design philosophy, as managing noise and focus becomes part of the competitive toolkit in a sport where margins are measured in thousandths of a second.

  • The new earplugs will be available starting March 4, 2026.
  • McLaren Racing is celebrating its 1000th Formula 1 Grand Prix on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in Miami.

The players

McLaren Racing

A British Formula 1 racing team and constructor, founded in 1963 and based in Woking, Surrey, England.

Loop

A company that designs and manufactures high-performance earplugs and other audio accessories, serving as the official earplug partner of McLaren Racing for 2026.

Sheilah Villari

The Senior Commerce Editor at Road & Track magazine, with a passion for motorsports and a unique perspective on the industry.

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What they’re saying

“Sound management is essential race-day gear, and that's why McLaren's own drivers, engineers, and team members use them across race weekends and long-haul flights to stay sharp and recover between sessions.”

— Sheilah Villari, Senior Commerce Editor (Road & Track)

“If you want to actually enjoy every lap without leaving the circuit with your ears ringing, earplugs are as critical as sunscreen and a good pair of walking shoes.”

— Sheilah Villari, Senior Commerce Editor (Road & Track)

What’s next

The new McLaren x Loop Switch 2 earplugs will be available for purchase starting March 4, 2026, in time for the 1000th Formula 1 Grand Prix in Miami on May 3, 2026.

The takeaway

The new McLaren x Loop earplugs demonstrate how sound management has become an essential part of the race-day experience, allowing fans to customize their environment and stay engaged with the action on the track without compromising their hearing.