Aston Martin will introduce a heavily revised B-spec car at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix in an effort to return to competitive racing. The upgrades come after a difficult season marked by poor results for both drivers.
The team plans an aerodynamic and chassis overhaul for the AMR26B, with a new Honda power unit expected after the summer break. Trackside chief Mike Krack said the focus is on getting back to racing against genuine rivals.
Fernando Alonso, who turns 45 on 29 July, indicated his future decision will depend more on 2027 rules than this season's results. He noted the current cars do not match what he envisions for his career.
Team owner Lawrence Stroll and technical chief Adrian Newey face scrutiny over the package's performance. Sources describe the changes as extensive enough to require fresh FIA crash testing.
