Honda’s new partnership with Aston Martin could be the one that defines the next era of Lawrence Stroll’s Formula 1 team. In 2026, Aston Martin will become a works F1 team, gaining sole access to Honda power units as part of the new agreement between both sides.

"It is in the best interest of Honda and Aston Martin that we do not rush into things and take solid steps," Honda's racing boss told The Drive.

The partnership between Aston Martin and Honda was sold as the perfect blend of British ambition and Japanese engineering discipline for Formula 1’s 2026 reset. Yet as the new power unit era draws closer,

A joint-venture between Honda and Aston Martin most certainly wasn't on our bingo cards for 2026.

Honda has officially launched its brand-new 2026 power unit with Aston Martin as Formula 1 teams, and drivers prepare for