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Aston Martin are eager to bounce back this season after a difficult 2024, ahead of what will be a crucial change for the team next year.
Aston Martin team principal Andy Cowell has discussed the team’s strategy for improving the AMR25 throughout the season, as they prepare for new power unit regulations next year. The team aims to recover from a disappointing 2024 campaign where they finished fifth in the constructors’ standings, without claiming any podium finishes with drivers Alonso and Stroll. This year, they’ve introduced an updated version of their car from last year and will conduct a shakedown test in Bahrain ahead of pre-season testing. Cowell, newly appointed as team boss, is enthusiastic about the upcoming season, emphasizing the team’s dedication to excellence both on and off the track. Changes to the car have been influenced by lessons learned from last year and driver feedback, with a focus on making it more drivable for Alonso and Stroll. The team is preparing for the challenging upcoming year with new regulations, as they aim to continually improve while staying realistic about their goals and gearing up for the regulations shake-up in 2026.
