Honda remains indifferent regarding a possible return of the V8 engine as speculation around Aston Martin continues.

      "I still haven't received any formal proposal from the FIA."

      Honda has refrained from supporting Formula 1's serious consideration of a return to V8 engines as speculation increases regarding Aston Martin's long-term power unit choices. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has expressed a favorable view on moving away from the current regulations, while FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Stefano Domenicali have both suggested that a V8-based concept could be introduced as soon as 2030. When asked by Mundo Deportivo about Honda's position, HRC president Koji Watanabe was particularly cautious. "What do you think?" he chuckled. "It’s very straightforward. Firstly, I haven’t received any official proposal from the FIA yet." "Of course, I’ve seen the news, but that’s why I can't offer a conclusive answer." Nevertheless, Watanabe emphasized that Honda wants any future regulations to maintain Formula 1’s technological relevance. "Since F1 is the pinnacle of motorsport globally, we believe that the technology in F1 should be both cutting-edge and sustainable. That’s crucial," he asserted. "However, we are completely open to discussions on how to achieve such a power unit." These remarks come amid speculation concerning Aston Martin following Honda’s challenging start to 2026. Spanish outlets have already reported that Lawrence Stroll is exploring possibilities with Mercedes regarding a potential future customer deal, while separate rumors have even hinted that Red Bull-Ford could become a viable option if Aston ultimately feels Honda isn’t meeting expectations quickly enough.