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Honda outlines development plans for Aston Martin ahead of Dutch GP

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Honda outlines development plans for Aston Martin ahead of Dutch GP

Summary

Honda is positioning itself to assist Aston Martin's Formula 1 development for the 2027 season, with upgrades to their power unit being tested at the Dutch GP from August 21-23. After a previous underperformance, Honda's focus is now on gathering data to improve reliability and performance, rather than expecting massive horsepower gains immediately. Aston Martin's previous races showed significant time deficits, and the team hopes these updates will mark a step toward closing that gap. Testing the revised power unit at Zandvoort is crucial for determining future development direction.

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By the Numbers

•The Dutch Grand Prix takes place August 21-23.
•Honda's updated power unit aims for reliability improvements.
•Aston Martin seeks to recover lost time against competitors.
•Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso finished 13th and 14th at Hungary.
•Progress in this GP will inform 2027 development plans.

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11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Honda Promises “Big Steps” for Aston Martin in 2027 Despite Cautious Expectations

What they're saying

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Aston Martin’s 2027 Formula 1 prospects now depend less on one overruling horsepower gain and more on whether Honda can turn its first season together into usable data for strong development. Honda’s relationship with Aston Martin began as a works…
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