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Honda explains Aston crisis as battery flaw exposed

Mar.2 Honda has broken its silence over Aston Martin's troubled start to 2026, admitting serious vibration issues with its new power unit after calls from critics – including Ralf Schumacher – for the Japanese manufacturer to 'take responsibility and avoid further speculation'. Following a disappointing pre-season, Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) convened a short-notice press conference in Japan, with president Koji Watanabe and automotive head Ikuo Takeishi facing the media. 'To be honest, the pre-season tests were extremely tough for us,' Watanabe admitted. 'We were unable to deliver the performance we expected and several complex problems came to light. However, these tests...
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