Aston Martin refuses to consider its significant evolution introduced in Hungary as a last chance. Mike Krack reminds that it is only a first step.
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All eyes will be on Aston Martin this weekend at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
After waiting for the eleventh round of the season to introduce its first evolutions, the British team hopes to finally reverse the trend thanks to a deeply revamped AMR26.
But despite the importance of this update, Mike Krack refuses to make it a decisive test.
Both cars will be equipped
The new package, designed under the direction of Adrian Newey, includes a new chassis, a significant aerodynamic evolution, and a lightening of the single-seater.
Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll will both have all the new parts this weekend.
Krack expressed confidence regarding the preparation of the two cars.
“As we explained last week, we are working on it. Yesterday, the garage was empty. Today, it is no longer, and we are doing everything to ensure both cars are ready tomorrow morning.”
The Luxembourger is also not worried about the availability of the new parts.
“I am confident. This was our plan from the start and we have worked in that direction. I am convinced that we will be ready.”
A major evolution
Krack confirms that this first update of the season represents a significant change.
“Adrian already explained it some time ago: it is a major aerodynamic evolution accompanied by a lightening of the car. This is the common thread of this package.”
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Some observers even go so far as to speak of a true B version of the AMR26, so numerous are the modifications.
“It’s not do or die”
Despite considerable expectations, Krack refuses to consider this weekend as a last chance.
“No, it won’t be do or die.”
According to him, Aston Martin is simply following the roadmap defined several months ago.
“We had a plan and we worked according to that plan.”
The team principal reminds that difficulties are an integral part of motorsport.
“Successes as well as setbacks are part of the sport. We have gone through a complicated period and we are trying to get out of it.”
It’s just the beginning
Krack insists that this evolution is only a first step in the development of the AMR26.
“Further evolutions will still be necessary. This package is simply part of our development strategy.”
He concludes by reminding that the current regulations are expected to last several seasons.
“So I wouldn’t talk about a decisive moment. It’s just a step in our development.”
Aston Martin nevertheless hopes that this important evolution will allow it to gradually regain the midfield before the arrival of a first evolution of the Honda engine, expected just after the summer break at the Dutch Grand Prix.
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