‘It’s been a while since we were truly racing’
Aston Martin’s substantial technical upgrades ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix are shifting the competitive landscape of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The brief
Aston Martin is introducing a significant B-spec upgrade package for the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix. This technical overhaul comes as the team aims to address its current deficit relative to the rest of the Formula 1 grid.
Coverage from The Race, Motorsport.com, Yahoo Sports, Autosport, and Formula 1 emphasizes the scale of these modifications. Reports highlight concerns from competitors, including Cadillac's Sergio Perez, regarding whether these changes will allow the team to close the performance gap.
Attention now shifts to the performance of the new package during the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend. Coverage does not yet specify the long-term impact these changes will have on the 2026 standings.
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Who reported it (7)
- Farewell to the worst car of F1 2026 The Race · 48d ago
- "No package" can overturn Aston Martin's deficit to F1 grid Motorsport.com · 48d ago
- Cadillac's Sergio Perez fears Aston Martin's Hungary B-spec will "close the gap" Motorsport.com · 48d ago
- Aston Martin’s upgrades lead F1 Hungarian Grand Prix storylines Yahoo Sports · 48d ago
- Aston Martin's Hungarian GP upgrade is big Autosport · 48d ago
- What’s gone into Aston Martin’s Hungary upgrade package Formula 1 · 48d ago
- ‘It’s been a while since we were truly racing’ Motorsport.com · 48d ago
Quick answers
What is the focus of the Aston Martin update?
The updates consist of a new B-spec package intended to address a deficit on the F1 grid.
How have competitors reacted to the news?
Cadillac's Sergio Perez has expressed concerns that the updates could allow Aston Martin to close the performance gap.
What is the primary event associated with these upgrades?
The upgrades are being introduced for the Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix.
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