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Aston Martin: 2026 gearbox “a golden opportunity” for F1 to cut costs
Aston Martin is currently expanding its own transmission department in preparation for 2026 when it will need to create a bespoke gearbox for its new partnership with Honda. The team is advocating for a standardized gearbox as a cost-saving measure, but is facing opposition from others. While it may not happen soon, there is a possibility of a compromise where the gearbox design becomes more prescribed, lighter, and simplified. The team believes that reducing costs in the transmission area could allow for more investment in aero development, which is crucial for improving the show. Aston Martin is already recruiting and building competencies in its transmission department, working with both internal and external resources, and the progress is moving quickly. The team sees 2026 as just around the corner in engineering terms. The new campus of Aston Martin is also a significant part of the team’s future plans, and they expect to see its full potential by the beginning of 2025.
Source: motorsport
