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Former F1 technical guru Gary Anderson has backed Honda and Aston Martin to overcome its current woes, saying the Japanese marque will heed the “kick up the ass” the Bahrain test gave it.
Former Formula 1 technical guru Gary Anderson believes Honda and Aston Martin will bounce back from their current challenges, citing the Bahrain test as a wake-up call for the Japanese marque. The partnership between Honda and Aston Martin signals the former’s reintroduction to the sport after exiting in 2021. With Adrian Newey designing the new car, there is optimism surrounding the AMR26’s performance potential. However, Aston Martin is facing setbacks due to the transition to manufacturing its components and Honda’s engine issues, leading to a pessimistic outlook for 2026. Despite the initial struggles, Anderson trusts Honda’s ability to steer the Aston Martin project in the right direction, drawing from his own experiences working with Honda in the past. The key lies in Honda’s proactive approach to addressing challenges and striving for improvement, setting the stage for a potential comeback in the near future.
