Aston Martin F1 Concludes 2025 Testing Programme with Focus on 2026 Pirelli Tires and Young Driver Development
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Aston Martin F1 Team has completed its extensive post-season testing program at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, marking the final on-track activity for the AMR25 before the team shifts its full focus to the 2026 Formula One season. The program centered around evaluating Pirelli’s new tire range for 2026 and providing valuable track time for emerging talent.
Test & Reserve Driver Stoffel Vandoorne spearheaded the tire evaluation efforts, dedicating a full day to understanding the performance characteristics of the 2026 Pirelli compounds. Vandoorne completed a significant 108 laps (571km) focusing on analyzing tire behavior across a diverse range of run lengths, from short, high-intensity bursts to extended stints simulating race conditions. His work generated crucial data for the team’s engineers as they prepare for the upcoming season. Vandoorne’s fastest lap time during the test was recorded at 1:27.743.
“It’s always valuable to get back in the car and contribute to the team’s development,” said Vandoorne. “Today was focused on understanding the characteristics of the 2026 Pirelli tires, and we were able to complete a full program with plenty of representative running. The tires behave differently to the current compounds, so getting an early read on them is important. I hope the team will be pleased with the data we’ve collected.”
Alongside Vandoorne, Young Development Driver Jak Crawford also enjoyed substantial track time during the Young Driver test.building on his recent experience – including a second Formula One Free Practice One session this year and his third outing in the AMR25 in the last two months – crawford completed an remarkable 119 laps (629km).His program concentrated on exploring various car setup configurations and conducting long-run evaluations to assess performance consistency.
This testing program underscores Aston Martin F1 Team’s commitment to both technical development and nurturing the next generation of racing talent. The data gathered in Abu Dhabi will be instrumental in refining the team’s understanding of the 2026 Pirelli tires and optimizing the AMR26’s performance from the outset of the new season.
Aston Martin F1 Completes extensive Post-Season Testing Program in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Aston Martin F1 Team has concluded its 2025 on-track commitments with a extensive post-season testing program at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. The two-day event focused on crucial preparation for the 2026 Formula One season, utilizing both experienced talent and promising young drivers to gather valuable data and refine car development.
The program saw Test & Reserve Driver Stoffel Vandoorne back behind the wheel, dedicating his day to evaluating the new range of Pirelli tires slated for the 2026 season. Vandoorne completed an impressive 108 laps (571km), concentrating on understanding the performance characteristics and behavior of the new compounds across a variety of run lengths.his efforts provided critical insights into the tires’ responsiveness and potential for the upcoming season. He achieved a best lap time of 1:27.743.
Alongside Vandoorne, Young Development Driver Jak Crawford continued his rapid development with the team.Fresh off a strong second-place finish in the 2025 FIA Formula 2 Championship and having recently completed his second Formula One Free Practice One session, Crawford took part in the young Driver Test. This marked his third outing in the AMR25 in the past two months, during which he completed 119 laps (629km). Crawford’s program centered on exploring different car setup configurations and conducting long-run evaluations to optimize performance. He recorded a best lap time of 1:23.766.
Stoffel Vandoorne on his testing program:
“It’s always valuable to get back in the car and contribute to the
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