Honda update linked to expected Aston Martin step at Zandvoort
Reports say Honda is preparing a new-spec update for Aston Martin, with attention on how much it can improve the team’s performance. Will Buxton said Honda appears confident the upgrade can provide a meaningful step forward at Zandvoort.
Aston Martin has had a difficult start to the 2026 season in its new power unit partnership with Honda. The campaign also marks the team’s first car developed under Adrian Newey’s leadership.
According to Motorsport.com, former Formula 1 TV presenter Will Buxton said Honda is showing a clear level of confidence that an upcoming power unit upgrade can bring Aston Martin a decent step forward at Zandvoort. PlanetF1 also framed the development as a new-spec update and focused on the question of how much Honda and Aston Martin can improve from their current position.
Motorsport.com added that Aston Martin has already introduced a B-spec car as it looks to improve its form. The reported Honda update is therefore the next closely watched change in the team’s effort to move forward.
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