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Honda will return to the F1 grid next year with Aston Martin, but it may not be its only partner in the years to come.
Honda has not ruled out the possibility of expanding its F1 power unit supply to other teams in the future. The return of Honda to Formula 1 is set for next year after officially exiting at the end of the 2021 season. The Japanese manufacturer decided to make a comeback due to the new power unit regulations coming into effect in 2026. Honda will initially exclusively supply power units to Aston Martin, a departure from their long-standing partnership with Mercedes. The focus for now is on building a strong relationship with Aston Martin before potentially looking to expand to other teams. With the new engine regulations coinciding with chassis rule changes, Aston Martin is gearing up for the new era with renowned designer Adrian Newey on board.
