Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey has detailed a positive element to the “disastrous start” it has endured with Honda.
The Japanese manufacturer struck up an engine partnership deal with Aston Martin for the start of the 2026 campaign and the introduction of new power units.
However, both Aston Martin and Honda have faced struggles of their own and endured a painful opening handful of rounds.
Aston Martin introduced a significant car upgrade last time out in Budapest, while Honda is set to unveil an update of its own when the season resumes in Zandvoort later this month.
When asked to evaluate the partnership between Aston Martin and Honda, Newey told media including RacingNews365: “What’s really progressed is actually the word you just used, relationship.
“Out of what can only be called a disastrous start, the positive of that, because you’re always looking for positives, is that it’s brought Honda and ourselves, AMR, into a very close working relationship.”
Aston Martin's upgrade at the Hungarian Grand Prix saw it gain significant lap time, but it is missing several seconds to the frontrunners.
Newey insisted ensuring the relationship stays harmonious between Aston Martin and Honda is a major consideration as he expressed confidence that performance will follow.
“We continue to develop that in all areas,” he added. “So, I’m very happy with the progress we’re making from a relationship point of view.
“Normally, if relationships improve, then performance also improves.”
Originally published by RacingNews365 —
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