Honda officially concluded its technical support for Red Bull Powertrains following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 7, 2025, bringing an end to one of Formula One's most successful collaborations in recent history. The partnership, which began in 2018 when Honda started supplying power units to Scuderia Toro Rosso, produced 72 wins, 141 podiums, and four consecutive Drivers' Championships for Max Verstappen across 172 races.

The Japanese manufacturer's departure marks a major shift for both parties as Formula One prepares for sweeping technical regulations in 2026. Red Bull Racing will transition to its own in-house Red Bull Ford Powertrains operation, developed in partnership with Ford, while Honda shifts its works program to Aston Martin under an exclusive agreement.

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