Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll fly the British racing green flag in 2026.

Operating out of their state-of-the-art AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone, the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team enters 2026 attempting to make the hardest leap in Formula 1: from midfield contender to championship challenger. Backed by the immense investment of billionaire owner Lawrence Stroll, 2026 marks the culmination of a multi-year masterplan featuring the debut of a bespoke Honda works engine and the seismic arrival of aerodynamic genius Adrian Newey as Team Principal.

Driven by the relentless, two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso alongside Canadian Lance Stroll, the "Green Machine" is aiming for the summit.

Whether you are looking to support the team at the Japanese Grand Prix to celebrate their new Honda alliance, hunting for Fernando Alonso's iconic #14 gear, or searching for the latest Puma teamwear, this is your definitive guide to Aston Martin’s history and official track gear.

Aston Martin Aramco: Fast Facts

1. The 2026 Aston Martin Challenger

For the first time in the team's modern history, Aston Martin is entering a regulation era not as a customer purchasing Mercedes parts, but as a fully-fledged factory team. The 2026 car represents the most anticipated design on the grid, as it is the first Aston Martin car developed under Adrian Newey’s technical leadership.

• **Car Name:** AMR26
• **Power Unit:** Honda 2026 works power unit (internal designation RA626H widely expected) (1.6L V6 Turbo Hybrid with expected 350kW MGU-K)
• **Technical Leadership:** Adrian Newey (Team Principal & Managing Technical Partner) and Enrico Cardile (Chief Technical Officer)
• **First Race:** 2026 Australian Grand Prix
• **Key Innovation:** The seamless, close integration between Aston Martin’s chassis group in Silverstone and Honda’s power-unit development in Sakura, tailored to the AMR26's exact active-aero packaging requirements.

2. The Honda Works Era: Factory Status

To win a World Championship in modern F1, you cannot be a customer team. Recognizing this, Lawrence Stroll secured an exclusive works partnership with Honda for the 2026 regulations.

By parting ways with Mercedes as an engine supplier, Aston Martin now enjoys the exact same "factory status" that Red Bull utilized to dominate the sport from 2021 to 2025. With Honda dedicating all of its Sakura-based engineering resources solely to the Silverstone squad, search interest for the "Aston Martin Honda" alliance is dominating motorsport forums.

3. The Silverstone Super Campus

One of the most significant storylines behind Aston Martin's rise is Lawrence Stroll's massive infrastructure investment. The new AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone represents one of the most ambitious facility upgrades in modern F1 history.

Featuring a brand-new, state-of-the-art wind tunnel and an advanced simulator facility, this "super campus" gives Adrian Newey and his technical team the cutting-edge tools required to design a championship-winning car, officially ending their historical reliance on shared aerodynamic testing facilities.

4. The 2026 Driver Lineup & Signature Gear

Aston Martin retains its established blend of unparalleled experience and team continuity for the fourth consecutive season, creating highly reliable merchandise verticals for fans.

Fernando Alonso (Car #14)

At 44 years old, the double World Champion remains one of the most fiercely competitive drivers in motorsport history. Alonso's global fanbase ensures his merchandise is constantly in high demand. Look for his signature #14 Fernando Alonso Driver Caps (often featuring lime-green accents and his personal Kimoa lifestyle branding) and special-edition Spanish Grand Prix apparel.

Lance Stroll (Car #18)

Entering his eighth season with the Silverstone-based outfit, Stroll provides critical continuity as the team navigates the massive 2026 regulation overhaul. His #18 Flat-Brim Cap and official driver t-shirts remain steady sellers, particularly during the North American legs of the calendar.

Jak Crawford (Reserve Driver)

The 20-year-old American from Charlotte, North Carolina serves as Aston Martin's official Third and Reserve Driver for 2026. After finishing as the 2025 FIA Formula 2 Championship runner-up with four victories—including prestigious wins at Monaco and Silverstone—Crawford has accumulated over 3,000 kilometers of real-world F1 testing. He completed his third career FP1 session at the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix, driving the AMR26 at Suzuka. As an emerging American prospect, Crawford is a commercially valuable asset for the team's rapidly expanding US fanbase.

5. Aston Martin Trackside Essentials

For 2025 and 2026, Aston Martin completely overhauled its merchandise identity by partnering with sportswear giant Puma. The current apparel collection is one of the sleekest on the grid, defined by the iconic, deep "British Racing Green" paired with striking lime-green accents and white Aramco sponsor blocks.

Shop the 2026 Official Collection:

• **Aston Martin 2026 Puma Team Cap:** The definitive trackside accessory, featuring the iconic winged Aston Martin logo and a curved brim.
• **Aston Martin Puma Team Polo:** A tailored, athletic-fit polo engineered by Puma, featuring the new Honda and Aramco branding.
• **Aston Martin Lightweight Bomber Jacket:** Moving away from standard softshells, Aston Martin’s Puma bomber jacket has become a premium streetwear crossover hit.
• **Fernando Alonso Kimoa Collection:** Explore the exclusive crossover gear blending Aston Martin's team colors with Alonso's personal surf-inspired lifestyle brand.

6. The Vintage Collection: Jordan to Force India

While the Aston Martin name is historic, the actual team operating out of Silverstone has a legendary, scrappy lineage that produces some of the most sought-after retro gear in the sport.

• **The Jordan Grand Prix Era (1990s):** The team originally debuted as Jordan Grand Prix in 1991 (famously giving Michael Schumacher his F1 debut). Vintage "7UP" green Jordan jackets or the iconic "Benson & Hedges" yellow buzzin' hornets gear are absolute holy grails for retro F1 collectors.
• **The Force India Era (2010s):** Before becoming Aston Martin, the team punched massively above its weight as Force India. Retro teamwear featuring the iconic BWT Pink livery is highly prized by fans of the sport's underdog era.

7. Diecasts & Scale Models

With one of the most universally praised liveries in Formula 1, the metallic green Aston Martin challengers are a favorite among collectors.

• **The 2026 AMR26:** Direct fans to high-quality 1:18 and 1:43 scale models of Adrian Newey's new challenger by Spark and Minichamps.
• **Alonso Podium Editions:** Special edition diecasts celebrating Alonso's sensational run of podiums during the 2023 season remain massive affiliate sellers, often coming with miniature Fernando figurines.

8. Team History & The Stroll Masterplan

While the Aston Martin brand briefly raced in F1 in 1959 and 1960, the modern team's true lineage traces back to Jordan Grand Prix. The team evolved through several iterations (Midland, Spyker, Force India, Racing Point) before a consortium led by Lawrence Stroll purchased the financially struggling Force India in 2018.

Following a rebrand to Aston Martin in 2021, Stroll initiated one of the most aggressive recruitment and infrastructure expansions in F1 history. By building a massive new campus, securing Honda works power, and successfully recruiting legends like Andy Cowell, Enrico Cardile, and Adrian Newey, Aston Martin has positioned itself as a modern F1 powerhouse.

FAQ: Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team

Where can I buy authentic Aston Martin F1 merchandise?

Authentic Aston Martin gear can be purchased through the official Aston Martin F1 Store, the Puma webstore, and licensed motorsport retailers like Fanatics.

Who drives for Aston Martin in the 2026 F1 season?

The 2026 lineup features two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso (Car #14) alongside Canadian driver Lance Stroll (Car #18).

What engines does Aston Martin use in 2026?

Starting in 2026, Aston Martin is the exclusive works partner of Honda, utilizing the 2026 works power unit. They no longer use Mercedes engines.

Who is the Team Principal of Aston Martin F1?

In a massive leadership restructure for the 2026 season, legendary F1 designer Adrian Newey took over as Team Principal and Managing Technical Partner.