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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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  • •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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