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Aston Martin Chairman Lawrence Stroll has outlined “continued progress” as the team’s aim for 2024 as it continues to build
After improving from consecutive seventh-place finishes since rebranding as Aston Martin in 2021, the team moved up to fifth in last season’s Constructors’ Championship. Aston Martin initially challenged Red Bull for the championship lead by optimizing downwash solutions, resulting in six podium finishes in the first eight races. However, the team’s performance later declined due to issues with upgrades, allowing rivals to overtake them in the development race. Despite this setback, Aston Martin achieved a season-best of eight top-three finishes and garnered 255 points more than the previous year. Looking ahead, team owner Lawrence Stroll aims for further progress, targeting a higher standing in the championship and emphasizing continuous improvement. With plans to transition to Honda power units in 2026, Stroll sees Aston Martin’s new state-of-the-art headquarters and upcoming developments as key factors in realizing their championship aspirations. Technical Director Dan Fallows affirms a renewed focus on details and performance improvements to challenge front-runners like Red Bull, highlighting the team’s pursuit of competitiveness at all circuits. Aston Martin aims to close the gap with top teams by enhancing their car’s capabilities and creating a platform for sustained success in the fiercely competitive Formula 1 landscape.
