P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Adrian Newey is busy designing the 2026 Aston Martin to the all-new technical regulations.
Adrian Newey, the Managing Technical Partner at Aston Martin, views the 2026 F1 technical reset as both “interesting and slightly scary.” He sees it as a crucial opportunity for Aston Martin to develop into a championship-winning team under the new regulations. The changes in 2026 will be comprehensive, affecting both chassis and power units. Weight will be reduced to 724kg for the chassis, with active aerodynamics being a key feature, while power units will undergo significant upgrades, particularly in electrical energy. Newey believes the upcoming regulations offer room for innovation and diverse approaches, similar to the changes seen in the 2022 season. He anticipates that teams will initially explore various solutions before eventually converging, creating variation and excitement in the sport. The synchronized alterations in both chassis and power unit rules present unique challenges and opportunities, potentially leading to diverse aero solutions and performance disparities across the grid, much like the hybrid regulations introduced in 2014.
