Why we are still waiting for the 'Newey effect' - F1 Q&A
Summary
Aston Martin's new Formula 1 car has not yet met expectations because their lead designer Adrian Newey joined late and had to change the car design partway through development. The team also faced delays with their wind tunnel and engine issues with Honda, so a fully Newey-led car is expected only by 2027. Drivers will handle the new Malaysian Grand Prix like the Singapore race, adjusting to heat and humidity but facing some time zone challenges.Key Facts
- The 2026 aerodynamic rules for F1 were published in January 2025.
- Adrian Newey started his role at Aston Martin in March 2025 and requested a redesign of the car.
- Wind tunnel testing for the new car did not start until mid-April, causing further delays.
- Honda's engine was behind in design, causing unreliability and poor performance at the start of the season.
- Aston Martin made major changes and introduced a lighter, faster car in Hungary, improving lap times by about two seconds.
- The first engine upgrade from Honda is planned for the Dutch Grand Prix after the summer break.
- Full Newey-designed cars are expected only in 2027, depending on Honda’s engine progress.
- Drivers prepare for the Malaysian Grand Prix as they do for Singapore, focusing on heat and humidity and adjusting to shifting time zones.
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