Honda sets Dutch GP for Aston Martin engine upgrade
Honda says its updated power unit will arrive on Aston Martin’s car at the Dutch Grand Prix, with Shintaro Orihara saying there are “two more races” before the upgrade is introduced.
Tuesday
July 14, 2026
Team News
Russell’s admission points to a specific Mercedes weakness
George Russell’s own assessment, as analysed by The Race, points to a correction-heavy driving style that reveals a Mercedes performance gap for 2026.
Sources: The Race
Technical
Why wheel-rim development is suddenly part of the 2026 tyre fight
Pirelli says 2026 tyres will be shaped by more than compounds alone, with wheel-rim choices and driving style now part of the performance puzzle as the competitive picture is still evolving.
Governance
The V8 comeback question is back on F1’s agenda
FIA and Formula 1 leadership are discussing a possible return to naturally aspirated V8s from 2031, or even 2030, but manufacturers still appear aligned around sustainable fuels, modest electrification and lower complexity.