Aston Martin brings 16 upgrades in Hungary and rebuilds after Honda power-unit restructuring
Aston Martin brought 16 new components to Budapest, including an updated floor, bodywork, diffuser, and wings, helping Fernando Alonso reach Q2 for the first time in 2026. After a difficult opening half marked by low pre-season mileage and reliability limits, the team aims to close on midpack rivals. Team owner Lawrence Stroll invested about £200 million into the Racing Technical Campus, while Patience notes Aston learned of Honda’s major power-unit restructuring only in November 2025.