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Newey and Honda alliance signal title intent for Aston Martin
Cape Argus
|February 02, 2026
ASTON Martin arrive ahead of the 2026 Formula
One season with a sense of purpose that feels different to years gone by.This is no longer a team talking about long-term ambition while learning on the job. This is a squad that has spent the past few seasons quietly assembling one of the strongest technical lineups in the paddock, backed by serious financial muscle and a clear vision of where it wants to be.
At the heart of that plan sits a full works partnership with Honda, a deal that signals Aston Martin’s intent to fight at the very front of the grid rather than simply mix it in the midfield.
The Honda alliance is a cornerstone of that ambition. From 2026, Aston Martin will run Honda power units exclusively, giving the team full factory backing and deep integration between chassis and engine. In an era defined by new regulations, greater electrical power, and sustainable fuels, that level of cooperation could be decisive.
This story is from the February 02, 2026 edition of Cape Argus.
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