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Otmar Szafnauer previously served at Honda in the early 2000s, and feels it has all the ingredients to deliver success to Aston Martin.
Former Aston Martin team principal Otmar Szafnauer believes that Honda will eventually have the best power unit for F1’s 2026 overhaul, as the regulations are set to undergo significant changes. Honda, which joined F1’s turbo hybrid era later than some competitors, has a history of development success, having notably worked with Red Bull and McLaren in the past. Despite initial challenges, Honda has demonstrated the ability to improve its power units significantly over time, a trend that Szafnauer expects to continue with their return as a works engine supplier for Aston Martin in 2026. The Japanese manufacturer’s focus on engine engineering and resources make Szafnauer confident in Honda’s potential to once again establish themselves as a powerhouse in Formula 1.
