Tag: Aston Martin

Baert reflects on his development, learning from Nicki Thiim, and Comtoyou Racing’s improved structure ahead of the new DTM season
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Exclusive: Baert on Learning from Thiim, a stronger Comtoyou and why the long game matters in DTM

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein06 mins

Nicolas Baert entered the new DTM season with a clearer structure, stronger preparation, and a rewarded sense of direction alongside new Comtoyou Racing teammate Nicki Thiim. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, he reflected on both his personal development and the team’s progress heading into the year. Baert highlighted the value of experience and…

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Aston Martin F1 driver Fernando Alonso and Koji Watanabe, the President of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) at the 2026 Japanese GP, Suzuka
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Aston Martin and Honda assess 2026 F1 Japanese GP gains as both target steady development

Editorial Staff05 mins

The 2026 F1 Japanese GP gave Aston Martin and Honda their first completed race distance of the season. While it is not something to call out celebrations, it is still a small and necessary step forward. Both Honda and Aston Martin have acknowledged the progress made and shared their ambitions for the season.  Honda could…

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Aston Martin Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack discusses the team's ongoing improvement journey during the 2026 F1 season.
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Krack: Aston Martin has a “big mountain to climb” despite small step at 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Rebecca Malitz03 mins

In his post-2026 F1 Japanese GP print media session, Aston Martin Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack relayed how the team takes small steps towards improvement. Aston Martin had the toughest start to the 2026 F1 season among all teams. The Silverstone-based outfit barely participated in the Barcelona Shakedown and subsequent F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain….

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Thiim and Baert reveal how teamwork and consistency will shape Comtoyou Racing’s 2026 DTM campaign in an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief
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Exclusive: “One big family” – Thiim and Baert set the tone for Comtoyou’s DTM campaign

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein06 mins

Ahead of the 2026 DTM season, Nicolas Baert and Nicki Thiim prepared to share a garage as teammates at Comtoyou Racing, stepping into a crucial year for both drivers and the team. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, they reflected on their working relationship, the balance between cooperation and competition, and the role that…

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Honda reports progress on Aston Martin's PU reliability after China, but they expect a difficult 2026 F1 Japanese GP due to vibrations.
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Honda reports reliability gains but anticipates tough home race at 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Rohit Bhaskar04 mins

Honda has acknowledged making incremental progress ahead of the 2026 F1 Japanese GP on the reliability crisis that has defined Aston Martin’s troubled start to the season. After early-season reliability failures and abnormal vibration issues that severely limited mileage, Honda says progress has been made, though the full solution remains under development. The Japanese manufacturer…

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Mike Krack on how Aston Martin is learning from the competition after the F1 2026 Chinese GP
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Krack on how Aston Martin learns from other teams after 2026 F1 Chinese GP  

Chiara Perin04 mins

After another disastrous weekend at the F1 2026 Chinese GP, Mike Krack, chief trackside officer at Aston Martin, discussed in a print media session how the team keeps an eye on what the competition is doing. Initially, Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll had gained four places as Albon, Bortoleto, Piastri and Norris did not start…

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Marcelo Hahn returns to GT Open as Porsche tops Barcelona test. Familiar names and new line-ups set stage for 2026 exciting season.
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Hahn headlines comebacks while Porsche sets the pace in 2026 International GT Open testing

Karishma Persad03 mins

The two sun-soaked test days at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya not only delivered competitive lap times but also marked the welcome return of several popular figures to the 2026 International GT Open paddock. Among them, Marcelo Hahn’s comeback stood out, as the experienced Brazilian prepares for a fresh chapter in his GT career. Marcelo Hahn…

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Aston Martin dismisses speculation over Adrian Newey role, reaffirming leadership structure and long-term technical strategy
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Aston Martin F1 Team clarifies leadership approach amid Adrian Newey role speculation

Karishma Persad03 mins

The Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team has moved swiftly to shut down mounting speculation surrounding the role of Adrian Newey, after reports suggested an imminent leadership reshuffle, particularly that of team principal, at the Silverstone-based squad. At the centre of the rumours, claims emerged that Newey—widely regarded as Formula 1’s most successful designer—would step back…

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Mike Krack has discussed the severe vibrations Fernando Alonso's Aston Martin endured at the 2026 Chinese GP and exploring solutions with F1 engine partner Honda
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Krack discusses severe vibrations Aston Martin endured at 2026 F1 Chinese GP and working for solutions with Honda

Senjuti Jash07 mins

Chief trackside officer Mike Krack opened up about the severe vibrations the AMR26 was generating in Shanghai, their debilitating impact on Fernando Alonso’s race, and the possibility of finding solutions with F1 power unit supplier Honda following the double DNF Aston Martin encountered at the 2026 Chinese GP. Qualifying in P19 and P21, respectively, Alonso…

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