TAG Heuer tends to do its best work when it sticks close to the chronograph, and its presence at LVMH Watch Week 2026 in Milan is a reminder of just how much ground the Carrera still covers. The brand used the Carrera name to tell three very different stories, each rooted in timing, function, and long-running ideas that predate modern marketing gimmicks. The newest Carrera Chronograph 41 mm, Carrera Seafarer, and Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph reveal how flexible the Carrera platform has become, whether the reference point is a race circuit, open water, or a pure high-end complication.
Carrera Chronograph 41 mm
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 41 mm is the most straightforward expression of the modern Carrera lineup. The glassbox sapphire crystal, which has become a defining characteristic, gives the dial a sense of depth without going too far. At 41 mm, the case lands comfortably on the wrist, adding presence while keeping everything balanced and legible, which made the original 1960s Carrera so usable. The dial colors, blue, teal green, and black, are tasteful, and the TH20-01 automatic chronograph movement inside brings an 80-hour power reserve that suits real-world wear.
Carrera Seafarer
The Carrera Seafarer takes things in a less expected direction, pulling from TAG Heuer’s archive of nautical watches rather than its better-known motorsport past. First introduced in the late 1940s, the brand’s early maritime tools were built for function, not nostalgia, and that idea carries through with its newest creation. The Seafarer integrates tide-related indications into the familiar Carrera, creating a purpose-driven dial. It won’t be for everyone, and that’s part of its appeal. For collectors who enjoy watches with a clear point of view, it’s an interesting reminder that TAG Heuer’s history stretches well beyond the paddock.
Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph
Then there’s the TAG Heuer Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph, which sits at the opposite end of the spectrum. This is the first rattrapante complication in the Carrera line, and it’s treated with the seriousness that kind of movement deserves. The 42 mm grade-5 titanium case keeps it light, while the sapphire dial puts the mechanics on display. Inside, the hand-finished calibre TH81-01, developed with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, does all the heavy lifting. It’s not a watch most people will ever need, but it’s an important one for understanding where TAG Heuer sees its chronograph-driven future.
Source: TAG Heuer
