Aston Martin ready for 2026: four reasons to aim high

Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team is establishing itself as a solid team, ready to compete for top positions in the 2026 F1 season. In this article, we explain the main reasons, which go far beyond the presence of Adrian Newey and Fernando Alonso

Aston Martin, Current performance in F1: a foundation to build on

In the 2025 F1 season, the Silverstone-based team has been performing well. With six races remaining, Aston Martin has accumulated 68 points, currently sitting in seventh place in the Constructors’ Championship. This puts them only 4 points behind sixth place, held by Racing Bulls, and 30 points behind Williams in P5.

The two drivers, Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, have contributed 36 and 32 points respectively, showing a very balanced performance. For 2026, the team can count on a synergy of technical and strategic developments that promise results well above current levels.

Aramco: the fuel of the future

Aston Martin isn’t relying solely on drivers and designers. Also its main sponsor, Aramco, a global leader in fuel production, could play a decisive role. From 2026, Formula 1 will introduce a 100% synthetic, eco-friendly fuel, designed to reduce environmental impact without compromising performance.

Having Aramco as a partner means access to top-quality raw materials, optimized to ensure maximum engine power and reliability. Synthetic fuel directly affects throttle response, power delivery, and engine component longevity, key factors for peak performance on every track.

2. Adrian Newey: the architect of success

The second reason Aston Martin can be confident is Adrian Newey, the aerodynamic genius already working on the 2026 car. This year, Newey’s rare track appearances were not to bring updates to the current car, but to observe and take notes. Capturing aerodynamic ideas to apply to next year’s model.

His track record speaks for itself. At Red Bull, starting from a team built around an energy drink brand, Newey created a dynasty in Formula 1, leading the team to dozens of drivers’ and constructors’ titles. From 2010 onwards, first with Sebastian Vettel and later with Max Verstappen. Bringing this knowledge to Aston Martin gives the team a huge strategic advantage. Not only in designing a competitive car, but also anticipating rivals’ moves with advanced and innovative aerodynamic solutions.

Lawrence Stroll: investing in the future of Aston Martin

The third reason is Lawrence Stroll, team owner, who is investing billions in state-of-the-art facilities. Among the most significant investments is the driver simulator, where drivers train with remarkable precision, achieving near-perfect correspondence between simulation and track. This allows the team to bring well-tested components to races, reducing risks and improving the effectiveness of upgrades.

The real ace up the sleeve, also requested by Adrian Newey, is the new wind tunnel at Silverstone. It will be crucial for the development of the AMR26. The wind tunnel is housed in a 60,580 cubic meter building, equipped with state-of-the-art additive manufacturing machines and an area dedicated to 60% scale models, designed to ensure rapid and efficient car development.

Even Toto Wolff holds a stake in Aston Martin, seeing the team as both a competitor to respect and an investment opportunity, thanks to the rapid growth in performance and market value. Just a few weeks ago, the team was valued at around $3.2 billion. It reflects its rapid rise over the past years, both on track and as a global brand.

4. Fernando Alonso: experience behind the wheel

Finally, the fourth reason is Fernando Alonso. The Spanish driver, 44 years old, brings decades of F1 experience and has proven that, with the right car, he can still make a difference at the highest level.

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With the support of Adrian Newey, Alonso could still achieve remarkable results, pushing the team beyond limits. The motivation? The Asturian has not yet announced retirement after 2026, and his passion and determination drive him to extraordinary levels of competitiveness, a factor that could prove decisive in the fight for top positions in the championship

With high-quality fuel, aerodynamic genius, cutting-edge infrastructure, and experience behind the wheel, Aston Martin is preparing for a 2026 season full of ambitions. The English team is aiming to make the leap to a higher level, with all the ingredients to compete at the top and aspire to leading positions in the Constructors’ Championship.