Aston Martin Faces Tough Road Ahead in 2025 F1 Season

MANAMA, Bahrain — Aston Martin Racing, once a podium contender in Formula 1, has struggled to establish momentum in the 2025 season, managing only 10 points over the first four races. Compounding their troubles are the challenges associated with new regulations set for 2026, making this a crucial year for the team.

Fernando Alonso, the two-time world champion and lead driver for Aston Martin, finds himself without a point after four races. Teammate Lance Stroll‘s best finish has been sixth, sparking concern within a team that saw consistent podium finishes a mere two years ago. “We’re facing a double burden: establishing improvements while preparing for significant regulatory changes next season,” Mike Krack, Aston Martin’s chief trackside officer, explained following the Bahrain Grand Prix.

The team plans to shift to Honda power units in 2026, along with a new gearbox built in-house. This transition adds complexity, especially under the constraints of Formula 1’s budget cap, leaving teams like Aston Martin grappling to balance resources efficiently. “We haven’t had the time to evaluate our current season properly while preparing for the next one,” Krack noted.

Aston Martin is currently in a race against time, hoping to turn its fortunes around quickly. Competing teams like Alpine, driven by Pierre Gasly, have shown strong results, further putting pressure on Aston to reclaim lost ground. “Getting out of this slump is essential for us. We need to find solutions fast,” Krack remarked.

As the 2026 regulations loom and development work on the new gearbox continues, the team’s management remains focused on not just the present, but also on future performance. “We’re still working on our performance as it stands. When we have something ready, we’ll implement it,” he stated.

In the latest developments, Alonso has recently taken delivery of a highly exclusive Aston Martin Valiant hypercar worth approximately £2 million, alongside the impressive Valkyrie hypercar already complementing his collection. Despite these personal triumphs, the pressing concern remains the lack of on-track success for the Aston Martin team. “We have a lot riding on the upcoming years and our focus is on improving our standings as the new regulations hit,” said Krack.