According to Martin Brundle, Aston Martin's dismal start to the 2026 season is far from over. The team has faced significant challenges despite the promising partnership with Adrian Newey and Honda. Alongside newcomer Cadillac, Aston Martin has failed to score a point in the first three races, with Fernando Alonso's 18th-place finish in Japan being the only instance where one of their cars completed a full Grand Prix.
Brundle described the situation as a 'horror show' that will likely persist until 2027, citing the need for the right personnel and direction at Honda. The team's current pace is significantly off the leaders, and Brundle believes they will struggle to turn things around in the near future. Aston Martin and Honda are working to address engine vibrations and reliability issues, with a potential cure expected soon.
However, commentators like David Croft predict a long-term project to rectify the issues, with a possible B-spec car emerging later in the season. The team's chances of scoring a point this season appear slim, with Croft suggesting it would require a large number of retirements from other teams.