The Gen4 Formula E car has run its debut in front of a select audience at Circuit Paul Ricard, signaling the beginning of a new era for electric motorsport.

Brought by Formula E and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the all-new next-generation machine will act as the foundation that will be further developed and then raced by the teams and manufacturers in the 2026/27 season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.

Capable of reaching speeds in excess of 335kph, 0-100kph in approximately 1.8 seconds and 0-200kph in just 4.4 seconds – 1.5 seconds faster than its predecessor – GEN4 will deliver 50% more power in race mode than the current Gen3 Evo race car.

Formula E predicts the Gen4 car will be an average of 10 seconds faster per lap than the Gen3 in qualifying mode. In Attack Mode, Gen4 produces up to 600kW of power, a 71% increase in base output over the Gen3 Evo, delivering performance that pushes the limits of electric racing. Gen4 is the only single-seater race car with permanent all-wheel drive.

The on-track demonstration highlighted Gen4’s performance in real conditions, with overtaking laps against Gen1, Gen2 and Gen3 models showing a clear step forward in capability. Set to debut in the 2026/27 season, Gen4 is expected to deliver lap times at least five seconds faster on street circuits than the Gen3 Evo.

In addition to outright performance, sustainability remains a central pillar of innovation for Gen4, which will be the world’s first racing car that is 100% recyclable, with at least 20% recycled materials across key components. Its tires are made from 65% natural and recycled materials, including 30% certified natural rubber, and the battery contains no rare earth minerals. At a broader level, Formula E remains the first global sport certified to the BSI Net Zero Pathway Standard and the first motorsport series in the world to achieve B Corp Certification.

Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E, said, “Gen4 isn’t just a car, it’s a statement of intent. Seeing what it can do on track for the first time is a real milestone for Formula E – we are now delivering performance levels that were thought impossible for electric vehicles just five years ago. The step up in performance is immediately clear, from the speed and power to the way it delivers on track, and there was a genuine buzz among everyone who witnessed it. This is a hugely exciting moment for the championship as we head into the upcoming 2026/27 season, and a clear signal of where we are headed.”

Dodds continued, “This is just the beginning, as its refinement is now in the hands of our manufacturers – Porsche, Jaguar, Stellantis, Nissan, Lola Cars and Mahindra – to push development to even higher limits of performance ahead of its racing debut later this year. Gen4 isn’t just an evolution, it’s a step change in innovation and performance that will redefine motorsport for years to come.”

Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president, FIA added, “The new Gen4 Formula E car marks a significant step forward for electric racing, setting a new global benchmark for performance, innovation and sustainability.”

He continued, “collaboration has been central to the development of this car, and it will continue to be at the heart of a new era for the championship defined by greater performance, road relevance and excitement. We are redefining what is possible alongside some of the world’s biggest automotive manufacturers using the laboratory of motorsport.”

Gen4 will also introduce enhanced safety features, including a wider cockpit for increased hand clearance and power steering to help mitigate steering loads during impacts, while intensifying the driver challenge at the highest level of motorsport. It has also been designed with improved adjustability in the driving position, helping to level the playing field and re-engineering the sport for inclusivity at the top level.

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Nissan Motor has announced its long‑term vision: Mobility Intelligence for Everyday Life, a plan to integrate mobility intelligence into everyday life through Nissan’s focus on AI-defined vehicles (AIDV), offering a choice of electrification technologies to meet diverse customer and market needs.

Ivan Espinosa, president and CEO, said, “This is the right moment to articulate Nissan‘s long‑term vision as we move beyond the Re:Nissan recovery plan and set a clear path for the future. Our vision defines where Nissan is headed, with customer experience as our guiding priority. By advancing mobility intelligence, we will deliver intuitive, advanced and reliable products and technologies that offer outstanding value and enrich how mobility is experienced.”

At the core of the strategy is Nissan AIDV, combining Nissan AI Drive and Nissan AI Partner technologies. The company says this will integrate AI with vehicle control and safety systems, building on existing advanced driver assistance technology. Nissan aims to deploy AI Drive across 90% of its line-up over the long term.

The first model expected to reflect this approach is the latest Nissan Elgrand, due in summer 2026, which will introduce next-generation ProPilot with end-to-end autonomous technologies by the end of the 2027 financial year.

Christian Meunier, chairman of Nissan Americas, added, “Across the Americas, our focus on execution is making the region a key contributor to Nissan’s turnaround, driven by both revenue growth and disciplined cost reduction. We delivered significant year-over-year increases in US retail share, making Nissan the fastest-growing mainstream brand since August 2025. We’re also seeing solid progress in Canada and continued growth in Mexico, where we have maintained the #1 position for 18 consecutive years – proof that getting the fundamentals right matters. Our balance of strong execution today and smart, impactful investments in the future will strengthen our business and drive sustainable growth.”

Electrification

Alongside autonomy development, Nissan is expanding electrification through its e-Power hybrid system and a wider mix of powertrains, including hybrid, plug-in hybrid and range extender systems developed through partnerships. A new hybrid system for frame-based vehicles is also planned.

This broader offer includes development of a new hybrid electric vehicle system (HEV) for future frame‑based vehicles, serving customers requiring greater capability and long‑range confidence. Nissan says it will complete the spectrum of customer choice by offering plug‑in hybrid and range‑extender hybrid solutions through partnerships.

Streamlined product portfolio

The company will streamline its model line-up from 56 to 45 models, exiting low-performing models and reallocating reinvestment to growth areas. At the same time, Nissan says it will expand powertrain options for each model, to give customers more choice, increase volume per model and strengthen the company’s business foundation.

Key upcoming models include the Rogue and X-Trail Hybrid e-Power, the Xterra for North America, the Juke EV for Europe, and the Skyline for Japan. Infiniti will also be expanded with new and refreshed models, including an all-new QX65 SUV due in 2027.

Nissan said its industrial strategy will shift toward architecture-led development based on shared platforms and software, aiming to improve development speed, cost efficiency and scalability.

Espinosa concluded, “As we continue on our path to recovery, it is essential that Nissan seizes the opportunities provided by AI technologies, by electrification and the innovation embedded in our latest products to drive market growth and focus relentlessly on serving the customer.”

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ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) has completed a dedicated testing event for the TraXon 2 Hybrid, its next-generation hybrid transmission for heavy commercial vehicles. The system demonstrated its potential to reduce emissions while maintaining operational flexibility, meeting the practical needs of logistics companies.

“TraXon 2 Hybrid delivers a clear advantage for high‑mileage operations by substantially reducing CO2 emissions while maintaining cost efficiency,” said Christian Feldhaus, vice president of transmissions and hybrids at ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions. “Based on our ongoing discussions with vehicle manufacturers, fleet operators and industry bodies, we see hybrid technologies providing a clear and practical pathway toward significant emissions reduction in future heavy‑duty transport.”

Emissions-saving technology

The TraXon 2 Hybrid builds on the all-electric TraXon 2 platform. The hybrid system enables electric-only driving in urban zones while retaining combustion operation for long-distance transportation.

ZF test evaluations confirmed that the system supports substantial CO2 reductions in long-haul and distribution applications when operated with consistent recharging. The PHEV system can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 47% in long-haul transportation and up to 73% in distribution transportation. This supports the European fleet emissions targets for 2030 and provides flexibility for future toll and tax regulations.

The TraXon 2 Hybrid builds on ZF’s e-mobility platform, which includes electric central drives such as CeTrax 2 and AxTrax 2 e-axles, and supports applications where full electrification is not yet practical across all routes. For fleets with limited investment capacity, it also enables a gradual transition to electrification, including operational, dispatch and charging adjustments.

The hybrid platform integrates an in-house-developed electric motor and operates at 600-800V, with 190kW continuous power and higher peak output. Positioned in a P2 layout between the clutch and transmission, the electric motor enables pure electric driving up to 12th gear and supports regenerative braking for improved efficiency. The combustion engine operates according to the vehicle’s driving strategy and provides range for long-haul applications. The system is designed to improve overall efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions while retaining the range and refueling flexibility of a combustion engine. It can be combined with diesel, HVO/e-fuels, CNG/LPG and hydrogen combustion engines.

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To mark its 25 year anniversary, the Ariel Motor Company has launched a 525bhp version of its Atom sports car. The track-oriented but roadgoing Ariel Atom 4RR will feature a bespoke Honda engine and will be “the most powerful and exclusive Atom ever created”, the UK manufacturer said.

The 4RR will feature a hand‑built, motorsport‑spec engine producing 525bhp and revving to 8,200rpm and will be the fastest Atom yet, capable of 0-62mph in 2.4 seconds and hitting 100mph in just 5.1 seconds.

The most powerful Atom

Despite its focus on ultimate circuit performance, the 4RR remains a road‑legal vehicle. Each 4RR will be uniquely specified and built to order with buyers invited to Ariel’s factory in Crewkerne in the southwest of the UK to specify and discuss their vehicle with the engineers and technicians responsible for constructing their car.

Simon Saunders, founder of Ariel Motor Company, said, “The Atom 4RR is the most focused vehicle we’ve ever built – a car that captures everything we’ve learned over 25 years of pure driver‑focused engineering. It is the fastest and most powerful Atom to date, yet it stays true to our founding principles of lightweight, minimalism and delivering very serious fun. It is the most direct connection between car, driver, and track or road, that we have ever made.”

Bespoke motorsport‑spec engine

At the heart of the Atom 4RR sits a bespoke 2.0L four-cylinder Honda K20C Type R that is hand-built in 100 hours. However, almost every significant internal and external component has been replaced, upgraded or re‑engineered to motorsport specification.

Henry Siebert-Saunders, managing director at Ariel Motor Company, said, “The 4RR’s engine is built by hand taking more than 100 hours with the objective of delivering intense performance right at the pinnacle of track driving while remaining controlled and confidence-inspiring on road.”

Internally, the engine is comprehensively uprated with closed deck sleeves, bespoke forged pistons and connecting rods, revised cylinder head and port geometry, bespoke camshafts and alloy valve set with uprated springs and guides. All rotating components are measured, fully weight‑matched and dynamically balanced.

With circuit running a primary focus, the 4RR engine features a race‑spec gated oiling system and a high‑flow oil pump, ensuring consistent lubrication under prolonged high engine loads and cornering. Performance and durability are further enhanced by a competition‑grade head gasket with reinforced fire‑ring sealing and a race-spec cylinder‑head stud kit designed to withstand extreme cylinder pressures.

A larger turbocharger peaks at 1.7 bar boost, while a high-pressure fuel system and 1,400cc fuel injectors deliver immense mid‑range torque and a ferocious top‑end – maintaining the consistency and resilience required for circuit use. The 4RR features three cockpit-adjustable engine maps with different boost levels: Map 1 – 400bhp/380Nm; Map 2 – 500bhp/450Nm;  Map 3 – 525bhp/550Nm. Each hand-built engine is run-in and tested on a dyno before final calibration and power tests. An individual dyno graph will accompany each bespoke Atom 4RR engine.

A new carbon air inlet system, with remote air filter assembly, and a new full titanium exhaust and silencer system will be fitted to the Atom 4RR, with power delivered through a Quaife six-speed sequential gearbox with lightweight drive discs, motorsport differential and pneumatic paddle shift, ensuring traction and consistency at all times. Clutchless up and down shifts can be made with auto-blip on downshifts and the lightweight clutch only used for initial start.

Motorsport‑optimized and aero‑led performance 

The 4RR features a fully bronze-welded motorsport chassis with adjustable Öhlins dampers, aluminum uprights and chromoly wishbones for precise handling. Braking comes from 310mm AP Racing discs with four-piston calipers and race-spec pads, paired with in-cockpit adjustable ABS for consistent, high-performance stopping under all conditions.

Ariel has designed the 4RR’s aerodynamic package to maximize downforce while minimizing drag, delivering exceptional cornering speed and high-speed stability. Redesigned carbon-fiber side pods improve cooling for the engine and gearbox, supporting higher power and extended track sessions. Lightweight carbon-fiber bodywork, mudguards and aerofoils further reduce overall weight.

The Atom 4RR rides on forged wheels – 7Jx16 at the front and 9Jx17 at the rear – fitted with road-legal Yokohama A052 tires in 195/50R16 and 255/40R17 sizes.

Siebert‑Saunders said, “The Atom 4RR is the most uncompromising car we’ve ever created. Every component, every weld, and every element of its engineering is focused on delivering ultimate track performance at the highest level. Its performance capability demands respect while rewarding drivers with an intensity and precision that few other cars can match.”

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Lamborghini has released a behind-the-scenes video detailing the development of the Temerario GT3, its first competition car to be designed, developed and built entirely in-house. Set to debut at the 2026 12 Hours of Sebring, the car builds on the extensive experience gained in the Huracán GT3 program.

Unlike Lamborghini’s early racing projects, which relied on external technical partners, the Temerario GT3 was conceived alongside the roadgoing Temerario, sharing core architecture but excluding the hybrid system. This parallel development enabled engineers to integrate road car R&D with motorsport-specific engineering from day one.

“With Temerario GT3, we have reached full technical maturity in motorsport,” said chief technical officer Rouven Mohr. “For the first time, the car was designed, developed and engineered entirely in-house from day one. The integration between road car R&D and racing engineering allowed us to create a highly sophisticated and efficient platform that represents the third generation of Lamborghini GT3 cars.”

The engineers behind the road car’s twin-turbo V8 engine were involved in calibrating the race version, which delivers strong torque with high drivability.

“Temerario GT3 was conceived with motorsport in mind from the earliest stages,” said Gianluca Silvestrini, Temerario GT3 project manager. “The chassis architecture, the packaging of the powertrain and the serviceability solutions were engineered specifically to meet the demands of endurance racing and customer teams. Our objective was not only pure performance, but also operational efficiency and ease of intervention during race weekends.”

Testing began in the summer of 2025, and the car immediately demonstrated strong fundamentals. Over 15,000km were completed across multiple circuits without significant reliability concerns, reinforcing confidence ahead of its competitive debut this year.

“With the Huracán we built experience and technical confidence,” explained Marco Mapelli, Lamborghini factory driver and test driver since 2017. “When a race car has a solid base, you feel it straight away. From the first tests, the Temerario GT3 showed strong reliability and very clear sensitivity to setup changes. One of our key targets was drivability. The Huracán was extremely competitive but not always easy at the limit. With the Temerario, we focused on making the car more accessible, especially for gentleman drivers, while keeping performance at the highest level. The new twin-turbo V8 delivers strong torque and offers very interesting characteristics, even if we say goodbye to the iconic sound of the naturally aspirated V10.”

Lamborghini has also established a dedicated assembly area at Sant’Agata Bolognese for its race cars, separate from road production. Five modular assembly bays can be configured for GT3 or Super Trofeo vehicles, ensuring full control over quality standards. Only the initial V8 engine assembly is shared with the road car production line before race-specific modifications are applied.

Customer integration has been central to the project. Early teams have participated in alignment sessions at circuits such as Misano, enabling engineers, mechanics and drivers to familiarize themselves with the car’s systems and operational philosophy before competition.

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Is your AI an engineering partner, or just more friction?

AI hype is everywhere, but how do you trust a ‘black box’ that ignores physical laws and requires costly, data-hungry validation cycles?

With complexity skyrocketing, wait and see is not an option. But the answer isn’t just more AI – you need to invest in the right kind of AI.

Secondmind and BeyondMath are holding a webinar, titled ‘Cutting through the AI noise: A leader’s guide to engineering-grade intelligence’, at 2:00pm GMT / 3:00pm CET on March 24 that will explore engineering AI – a new class of technology built to partner with engineers – and offer actionable insights to take your expert intuition to new heights. Register for the webinar here.

Five key learning points for delegates

The session will be structured to provide delegates with actionable frameworks for mastering automotive complexity:

Navigating the AI landscape: Learn to distinguish between the different branches of AI – perceptual, generative, predictive and engineering – to ensure investments match specific problem sets.

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Delegates will receive a clear framework for selecting the right AI tools to master the uncompromising constraints of modern automotive engineering.

Register for the ‘Cutting through the AI noise: A leader’s guide to engineering-grade intelligence’ webinar here.

Despite the vehicle being planned as a purely EV platform from the outset, Lotus has announced a range-extended hybrid version of the Eletre, looking to capitalize on increasing demand for REEVs in both the Chinese and other global markets.

It will be based on what the company calls the X Hybrid platform and will combine a 70kWh battery with a 150kW range-extender ICE, capable of producing up to 25kWh in steady-state running. Notably, the vehicle has a 900V architecture and can fast charge at up to 350kW, with a claimed all-in range of 1,200km.

The concept is already being trialled in a China-market-only SUV called the Lotus For Me. According to Qingfeng Feng, the CEO of Lotus Tech, “With For Me, we are proving that advanced technology must serve the drivers, not replace them, delivering constant performance, total control and real safety in every condition, so that consumers can enjoy the emotion of driving and the confidence of protecting what matters most.”

Details of the range-extender ICE have not been revealed, but with Lotus parent company Geely also holding a stake in the Horse Powertrain JV, which markets its X-Range series of compact, range-extender-specific powertrains, it would not be surprising if these engines were used.

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Red Bull Ford Powertrains has revealed how advanced measurement technologies from metrology partner Hexagon have been integral to the development of its first F1 powertrain.

The super-high-performance powertrain has been built to meet the new demanding 2026 F1 regulations for smaller, lighter, more nimble cars and increased on-track competitiveness. As the exclusive metrology partner, Hexagon’s support of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Red Bull Ford Powertrains covers the whole car, chassis and engine, enabling trackside refinements and up to 30,000 car design changes per season. Using coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), 3D laser scanners and software, Hexagon helped achieve the sub-micron tolerances required for manufacturing, testing and assembling the V6 turbo hybrid powertrain.

While the new rules increase reliance on electrical energy, altered aerodynamics and changes to wings will produce less downforce, placing performance demands on the car’s power unit. The front wings are simplified, while the undersides of cars have lost Venturi tunnels that generated a huge amount of grip.

Metrology technologies

Since the start of engine production four years ago, Hexagon has provided high-precision metrology technologies – including the Leitz PMM-C Precision CMM and Leica Absolute Scanner AS1. According to Hexagon, these technologies have accelerated testing and inspection throughout R&D, from prototyping and test-rig evaluation to full production at Red Bull Ford Powertrains’ Milton Keynes facility.

The Leitz PMM-C CMMs are used right across the manufacturing and build areas and are the only equipment capable of dealing with the accuracy, repeatability and flexibility that Red Bull Ford Powertrains requires in power unit manufacture. The portable AS1 3D scanner is used with an Absolute Arm to scan the outer surfaces of the power unit’s crankcases and energy recovery system (ERS) installations for quality control.

“Hexagon’s shared passion for extreme accuracy and performance has been vital to this ambitious project,” said Ben Hodgkinson, technical director, Red Bull Ford Powertrains. “With every element built from scratch, Hexagon’s metrology expertise has enabled us to achieve the tolerances and the levels of quality we require in a cutting-edge piece of engineering to perform at the top level of motorsport. We’re very selective about who we work with and never stop pushing the boundaries – striving for that extra millisecond in performance. We know that Hexagon will support us on that ultra-competitive quest.”

Digitalization

Hexagon has helped Red Bull Ford Powertrains integrate quality inspection and digital 3D models into its engineering processes. Measurement data is captured in QUINDOS, Hexagon’s metrology software for complex geometries such as gears and blades, and, where needed, transferred to Q-DAS for statistical trend analysis. This integrated approach enables CNC machine monitoring and provides corrective feedback to ensure components are manufactured correctly the first time.

Oracle Red Bull Racing, which develops the chassis, also uses Hexagon technology. Continuing a 19-year partnership, it uses Hexagon technology, such as laser trackers, to ensure precise setup and power unit assembly for new vehicles throughout the racing season. Hexagon’s 3D laser scanning and trackside support are vital for ongoing aerodynamic refinements, providing the precision needed to maximize performance on every race weekend. The Oracle Red Bull Racing team has previously reduced faults by 50% using Hexagon technology over a 24-month period.

“Hexagon’s portable metrology technologies will ensure the correct car setup and power unit assembly for the new season vehicles, building on our 19-year partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing,” commented Emanuel Viklund, president of the portable metrology division at Hexagon.

“Working with Red Bull Ford Powertrains this season is incredibly exciting for all of us at Hexagon. Together, we have engineered and built a powertrain unit under immense pressure. Designed for peak performance, the DM-01 powertrain is now ready to prove itself on the track.

“But nothing in F1 stands still – there is always a new challenge to tackle, a fraction of a second to gain and an opportunity to refine the car to push the limits of precision and performance. We are proud to support them every step of the way.”

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ZF and BMW have signed a long-term supply agreement in the field of passenger car drive systems. The core of the agreement is the supply and continued development of the 8-speed automatic transmission (8HP). The contract, worth several billion euros, runs until the late 2030s and aims to create a solid foundation for open-technology and low-emission mobility of the future for both companies.

“Together with BMW, we are sending a strong signal for innovation, efficiency and sustainability in an industry undergoing dynamic change,” said Mathias Miedreich, CEO of ZF. “This agreement highlights the strategic importance of our 8-speed automatic transmission as a key technology for the transformation of drive systems.”

The 8HP transmission kit will be continuously developed as part of the partnership. The aim is to provide customers with the most powerful and efficient transmission that meets the requirements of future drive concepts.

“The new agreement with BMW shows how important long-term planning horizons are for technological advances,” explained Sebastian Schmitt, head of ZF’s electrified drive technologies division. “It creates clarity and stability for both companies, and enables us to align the next generation of the 8HP specifically toward efficiency, performance and long-term viability.”

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Honda has held an event in Japan to officially launch its works partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team that will see it return to the FIA Formula One World Championship in the 2026 season as a power unit supplier.

New challenges in the new era for F1

This season, Formula 1 will introduce major regulatory changes for chassis and power units – electrical output from the motor and battery will increase to approximately three times current levels and the use of advanced sustainable fuel will be mandated. And F1’s cost cap regulations require power unit manufacturers to maximize performance while operating within restricted development resources.

Honda sees Formula 1 as a platform for technological challenge and innovation – it developed the RA626H power unit for the 2026 season through the Honda Racing Corporation (HRC), and machines powered by the RA626H will bear the updated H mark with a refreshed design.

Honda will apply technologies and expertise gained through HRC across Formula 1 and other motorsport activities to develop HRC-spec production models with enhanced driving performance, strengthening the link between its motorsport programs and its broader automobile business.

Applications and contributions of F1 technologies to the future of mobility

The technologies refined in F1 – such as for high-efficiency combustion and thermal management; those in the area of high rotational speed, including high-output motors and large-sized turbo chargers; and sustainable fuel technologies – are being applied not only to next-generation HEV and EV models, but also to Honda products that enhance mobility in the skies, such as eVTOL and aircraft engines.

Expertise on sustainable fuels has already been applied to sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) and fuels to power eVTOLs, which are currently being studied. Technologies for high-speed rotating components, such as turbos and motors, have been leveraged for aircraft engines and F1 PUs and are being further advanced through real-world applications.

Honda will use F1 technologies as a starting point to further facilitate technological innovation for a wide range of mobility for land, sea, skies and outer space, and “contribute to the advancement of mobility products and services and realization of a sustainable society,” the company said.

Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of Formula 1, said, “This is an exciting moment for the sport of F1, as Honda and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team join together to fight for the biggest prize of F1.

“The exciting next generation of regulations for 2026 is one of the factors that has drawn Honda back to the sport. Those regulations will see both the chassis and PUs updated, in the biggest overhaul in the sport’s history. There will be a simplified hybrid engine that runs on advanced sustainable fuel without impacting the performance.”

Lawrence Stroll, executive chairman of Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, said, “It is an honor to be in Japan to celebrate this new partnership. Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team and Honda share many values, that forged a strong bond toward 2026 and beyond.

“The new Aston Martin Technology Centre at Silverstone, UK has been completed, further strengthening the organisation like never before. The new wind tunnel is proving to be a vital asset for development, in addition to a new data centre now being built to further strengthen the team’s capabilities. The team is pushing boundaries and working tirelessly with future success at the forefront.”

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team will enter a full works partnership with Honda, integrating chassis and power unit development as a single package in pursuit of championship success. The team will also collaborate with Aramco on sustainable fuels and with Valvoline on lubricants.

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