Aston Martin will only debut a significant update to its Formula 1 car after the 2026 summer break. Until then, the team will continue with small changes to the current model while trying to overcome difficulties related to the Honda engine, mainly the vibrations.
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At the Canadian GP, even without scoring points, there were subtle signs of improvement. Fernando Alonso managed to run within the top 10 before retiring from the race, something uncommon in recent stages. Lance Stroll is still seeking more consistency to fight for points.
The expectation is that the most significant package will only arrive after the summer break, with the possibility of debuting at the Dutch GP. Behind the scenes, there is even the hypothesis that it will not just be an evolution, but a completely new car, with Adrian Newey’s involvement in the project.
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The strategy to delay major changes is mainly linked to problems with the power unit supplied by Honda. The vibrations make it difficult to measure the real impact of any aerodynamic update. Added to this, the Formula 1 budget cap also influences the decision, as the team prefers to concentrate resources at a more efficient moment in development.
The team’s trackside boss, Mike Krack, commented in Montreal that there is still possible progress in the car: “I think we can still make some progress in terms of drivability,” he said. He emphasized that the team has not yet reached the ideal performance level and that work will continue throughout the upcoming races.
