Alonso’s Aston Martin has 16 new car upgrades.

Fernando Alonso drove an Aston Martin car with 16 upgrades. He set his first qualifying time in 2026. The team expects more improvements to the car.
Fernando Alonso has a long career in Formula 1. He won two championships with Renault. He also had a difficult time with McLaren. Aston Martin has made 16 changes to Alonso's car. Red Bull believes the car can get better. Alonso’s first qualifying time in 2026 was a significant moment.
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Highlights
Alonso's Car Gets Upgrades
Aston Martin made 16 changes to Fernando Alonso's car.
New Qualifying Time
Alonso set his first qualifying time in 2026.
Red Bull's Opinion
The Red Bull technical director thinks the car can improve.
Alonso's Feeling
Alonso said he felt ‘lost adrenaline’.
Aston Martin's Changes
The Aston Martin car was built with only 16 parts.