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Aston Martin has touted its newfound “freedom” with its latest F1 car, having made the switch from being a Mercedes power unit customer to the works Honda team.
Aston Martin’s 2026 F1 car, the AMR26, represents a new era for the team, with a sense of “freedom” and a clear statement of intent.
The team’s collaboration with title sponsor Aramco in Saudi Arabia marks the beginning of their Honda works team venture.
Under new team principal Adrian Newey, the switch to Honda power has provided Aston Martin with more design freedom and opportunities.
The AMR26’s radical design has garnered attention as the most distinctive car among the 10 teams that tested in Barcelona last month.
Despite challenges during testing, Aston Martin aims to improve on last year’s performance and compete at the highest level in the upcoming season.
The team’s aspirations go beyond just returning to the top half of the field, with a focus on achieving victory in Formula 1.
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