Aston Martin unveiled its first Adrian Newey-designed Formula 1 car today, as the team bids to turn years of ambitious investment into genuine championship contention under the series’ radically overhauled 2026 regulations.

Formula 1’s final preseason test ahead of the 2026 season is underway. All 11 teams are taking to the Bahrain International Circuit in their new cars, bidding to complete as much running as possible before the checkered flag on Friday.

The final Bahrain test saw Mercedes continue to set the pace, by topping the times on Friday courtesy of Kimi Antonelli.

Fernando Alonso has warned Aston Martin that its solutions for the AMR26 might be "too late" to sustain successful Formula

Two-time world champion Alonso will turn 45 during the season and is considering his future as Aston Martin prepare for the all-new regulations

Testing hasn't signalled much hope for Aston Martin and Newey

Introducing the roaring Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43 Aston Martin Formula One Team ✓ A new F1 season, a new parternership ✓

As the first genuinely new entrant in a decade, with the backing of one of the world’s most influential carmakers, General Motors, Cadillac is set to capture plenty of attention when the 2026 season begins in Melbourne. Fans, rivals and media alike will be watching closely to see what the team is capable of.