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Honda officially exited F1 at the end of 2021 but soon after declared it would return for the sport’s new era under fresh technical regulations.
Honda is preparing to re-enter Formula 1 as a power unit supplier after ending its partnership with Red Bull at the close of the 2021 season when Max Verstappen secured his first championship title. Despite leaving the grid, Honda continued to support Red Bull technically during the transition period to the new regulations. In the upcoming 2026 season, Honda will return as a supplier to Aston Martin, aiming to compete at the front alongside drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll under the leadership of team principal Adrian Newey. The Japanese manufacturer will unveil its new power unit on January 20 as it gears up for the new era in Formula 1. Stay tuned for more updates on Honda’s return to the sport on social media!
