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Aston Martin's 2026 F1 chassis could rank as fifth-fastest

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Aston Martin's 2026 F1 chassis could rank as fifth-fastest

Summary

Pedro de la Rosa, ambassador for Aston Martin, stated that the team's 2026 Formula 1 chassis might be the fifth-fastest at select circuits. Aston Martin has transitioned to a works Honda engine but faces challenges with power and reliability. Despite these issues, the team has made progress in addressing reliability concerns. The situation implies a need for continued development as the season progresses.

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Key Details

•Pedro de la Rosa claims chassis could be fifth-fastest at some tracks.
•Aston Martin switched from Mercedes engines to works Honda.
•Challenges remain with the Honda engine's power and reliability.
•Recent improvements have been noted in the team's reliability.

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Aston Martin Formula 1 team ambassador Pedro de la Rosa claims Aston Martin’s 2026 chassis could be the “fifth-fastest” at its most favourable circuits. Aston has switched from customer Mercedes engines to a works Honda deal for F1’s new technical era, but the Japanese power unit’s lack of power and reliability has hampered the outfit – despite recent progress on the latter and the ...Keep reading
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