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Aston Martin Struggles with Engine Issues Ahead of 2026 Season

2/19/2026

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Aston Martin faces challenges ahead of 2026 season after Bahrain testing showed the AMR26 four seconds off the pace, according to Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso.
Technical issues with Honda engine and Newey's chassis design cause frequent stoppages and poor performance.
Alonso is optimistic about resolving issues before the first race in Australia.
Lawrence Stroll remains frustrated as he seeks to turn Aston Martin into a competitive force after investments.

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Aston Martin faces challenges ahead of 2026 season after Bahrain testing showed the AMR26 four seconds off the pace, according to Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso.
Technical issues with Honda engine and Newey's chassis design cause frequent stoppages and poor performance.
Alonso is optimistic about resolving issues before the first race in Australia.
Lawrence Stroll remains frustrated as he seeks to turn Aston Martin into a competitive force after investments.