Honda are to return to Formula One as the works engine manufacturer for the Aston Martin team in 2026. The partnership represents a hugely significant step in the team’s aim, made in 2021, of competing for championships within five years. The move is also a major U-turn for Honda who only pulled out of F1 at the end of 2021 just as the company delivered what was considered to be the best engine on the grid.
The partnership, which was announced on Wednesday, will be exclusive to Aston Martin who are currently supplied with customer engines by Mercedes, from whom they also source their gearbox and suspension.
