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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.

Honda reports reliability gains but anticipates tough home race at 2026 F1 Japanese GP

Rohit Bhaskar3 days ago3 days ago04 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…

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

Krack on how Aston Martin learns from other teams after 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Chiara Perin6 days ago7 days ago04 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…

Marcelo Hahn returns to GT Open as Porsche tops Barcelona test. Familiar names and new line-ups set stage for 2026 exciting season.

Hahn headlines comebacks while Porsche sets the pace in 2026 International GT Open testing

Karishma Persad6 days ago6 days ago03 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…

Aston Martin dismisses speculation over Adrian Newey role, reaffirming leadership structure and long-term technical strategy

Aston Martin F1 Team clarifies leadership approach amid Adrian Newey role speculation

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago03 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…

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

Krack discusses severe vibrations Aston Martin endured at 2026 F1 Chinese GP and working for solutions with Honda

Senjuti Jash2 weeks ago2 weeks ago07 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…

Alonso’s explains severe vibrations that led to DNF in 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Kavi Khandelwal2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

Fernando Alonso’s F1 Chinese GP weekend ended in a physical crisis that forced a premature retirement. While the Aston Martin showed early promise, a violent vibration transformed the cockpit into a hostile environment. This issue eventually bypassed technical telemetry to become a direct safety hazard for the driver. The final result for Alonso’s race had…

Ten manufacturers, 70 cars, and a festival atmosphere – the 2026 GTWC Europe CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa promises an unforgettable experience for fans.

Ten manufacturers set to contest 2026 Crowdstrike 24 Hours of Spa in GTWC Europe

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

The 2026 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is shaping up to be another thrilling edition of the world’s most prestigious GT endurance race. As part of the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC), the 24 Hours of Spa promises a spectacular field of competition, with 60 cars already…

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Alonso revisits a decade back amid similar Honda F1 woes in 2026

Darshan Chokhani2 weeks ago2 weeks ago09 mins

Fernando Alonso sees things with different perspective and maturity when comparing his time with Honda back in 2015 to 2026, when asked at the F1 Chinese GP. It was a bitter end between Alonso and Honda F1 back in 2017 when McLaren decided to end terms with the Japanese manufacturer after a three-year stint. The…

Stroll Alonso 2026 F1 Australian GP Aston Martin

Stroll and Alonso digest painful 2026 F1 Australian GP weekend

Savannah Lenz2 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso have had a rough start to the 2026 F1 season with the Australian GP. Last Thursday it was revealed that the Aston Martin drivers were experiencing intense vibrations in their cars because of Honda issues. Stroll believed that he could not last more than 15 laps, while Alonso predicted 25….

Poland’s Good Speed Racing returns for the full 2026 International GT Open season with a new Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and fresh sponsors.

Good Speed Racing returs to International GT Open with Aston Martin for full 2026 campaign

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

Polish outfit Good Speed Racing has announced its return to full-season competition in 2026, unveiling a revamped programme built around a brand-new Aston Martin Vantage GT3. The team confirmed the news on 7 March as it revealed its new car, sponsors, and driver line-up for the upcoming campaign. The team previously competed in the International…