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Honda Trackside General Manager and Chief Engineer Shintaro Orihara has revealed it is waiting to witness how its V6 Hybrid engine “behaves” with the Aston Martin it is powering in this year’s Formula 1 season.
Honda Trackside General Manager and Chief Engineer Shintaro Orihara is eager to see how the V6 Hybrid engine performs with the Aston Martin in the upcoming Formula 1 season. The Japanese manufacturer is returning to F1 with an exclusive power unit deal with the Silverstone-based team under new leadership of Team Principal Adrian Newey. The AMR26, designed by Newey, made headlines during a recent test in Barcelona, sparking curiosity and speculation due to the significant technical changes this season. Honda is focused on ensuring engine reliability and success during pre-season testing, building on their partnership with Newey from their Red Bull days. Orihara expressed excitement for the upcoming testing sessions in Bahrain and the opportunity to assess the performance of the car and power unit as a unified package.
