Honda has confirmed a switch in management of its Formula 1 operation ahead of its new partnership with Toro Rosso, with Yusuke Hasegawa replaced by Toyoharu Tanabe as its new head.
McLaren racing director Eric Boullier insists its final race with Honda will be approached like any other and hopes for a positive end after a frustrating three Formula 1 seasons together.
Honda F1 chief Yusuke Hasegawa concedes the Japanese manufacturer’s engine changes asked too much in too short a time period but has faith his team is on top of its unreliability issues.
Honda F1’s Yusuke Hasegawa says two MGU-H failures on race day at the United States Grand Prix was disappointing and it is working on a solution to avoid further failures at the next race in Mexico.
Honda chief Yusuke Hasegawa says it is under less pressure externally for 2018 but the pressure within the Japanese manufacturer remains constant as it prepares for its new partnership with Toro Rosso.