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Aston Martin has launched its first car designed by legendary F1 designer Adrian Newey, the AMR26, ahead of pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Aston Martin unveiled its first car designed by Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey, the AMR26, before pre-season testing in Bahrain. The car’s debut in Barcelona garnered significant attention due to Newey’s radical design choices. The AMR26 features sweeping sidepods, a high rake and front wing, and unique horns above the airbox, complying with 2026 technical regulations. Aston Martin kept the car’s secrets cloaked in mystery, completing the least mileage during the Barcelona shakedown. The online launch event in Saudi Arabia saw a delay, but when the AMR26 was finally revealed, it showcased an evolution of Aston Martin’s livery with British Racing Green dominating and a mix of black details. Drivers Alonso and Stroll expressed eagerness to pilot the AMR26 in Bahrain’s pre-season tests, shaping their car before the season opener in Australia on March 8th.
