Honda introduces power unit upgrade ahead of F1 race at Zandvoort
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:59 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Honda is set to debut its first power unit upgrade of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Zandvoort circuit. This update follows Aston Martin's introduction of its major upgrade package for the AMR26 in Hungary. Despite improvements from both teams, Aston Martin remains behind its competitive targets. The next race will provide an opportunity for Honda to demonstrate its enhancements on track.
- •Honda's power unit upgrade arrives at Zandvoort.
- •Aston Martin unveiled its major upgrade in Hungary.
- •Chassis improvements have reduced the performance gap for Aston Martin.
- •Both teams aim for better standings in the 2026 season.
- 8:02 AMAutosport — What to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade
- 7:59 AMMotorsport.com — What to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade at Zandvoort
- 7:59 AMYahoo Sports — What to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade at Zandvoort
"While Aston Martin introduced its first major upgrade package for the AMR26 in Hungary, Honda will bring its first update of the 2026 Formula 1 season to Zandvoort. With Adrian Newey’s first upgrade package of the year, the deficit on the chassis side has been reduced considerably. Aston Martin is still a long way from where it wants to be, but figures from Paceteq show that its deficit in ...Keep reading
"While Aston Martin introduced its first major upgrade package for the AMR26 in Hungary, Honda will bring its first update of the 2026 Formula 1 season to Zandvoort. With Adrian Newey’s first upgrade package of the year, the deficit on the chassis side has been reduced considerably. Aston Martin is still a long way from where it wants to be, but figures from Paceteq show that its deficit in ...Keep reading
"Chief engineer Shintaro Orihara explains that the focus is entirely on the internal combustion engine for Honda's F1 power unit update. Drivability will once again be an important factor with Honda's new engine specification
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External links- AutosportAug 11, 2026, 8:02 AMWhat to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade
While Aston Martin introduced its first major upgrade package for the AMR26 in Hungary, Honda will bring its first update of the 2026 Formula 1 season to Zandvoort. With Adrian Newey’s first upgrade package of the year, the deficit on the chassis side has been reduced considerably. Aston Martin is still a long way from where it wants to be, but figures from Paceteq show that its deficit in ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 11, 2026, 7:59 AMWhat to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade at Zandvoort
While Aston Martin introduced its first major upgrade package for the AMR26 in Hungary, Honda will bring its first update of the 2026 Formula 1 season to Zandvoort. With Adrian Newey’s first upgrade package of the year, the deficit on the chassis side has been reduced considerably. Aston Martin is still a long way from where it wants to be, but figures from Paceteq show that its deficit in ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 7:59 AMWhat to expect from Honda's long-awaited F1 power unit upgrade at Zandvoort
Chief engineer Shintaro Orihara explains that the focus is entirely on the internal combustion engine for Honda's F1 power unit update. Drivability will once again be an important factor with Honda's new engine specification
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