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Drivers take the start at the sprint session at the Balaton Park Circuit in Balatonfokajar, Hungary, on June 6, 2026, ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix. The MotoGP championship and five manufacturers announced on June 19, 2026 a "historic" commercial agreement that extends their participation until 2031 in exchange for a share of revenue from TV broadcasters, sponsors and circuits. (AFP)
Sport

MotoGP welcomes 'defining moment' as constructors agree five-year deal

The MotoGP championship and five manufacturers announced on Friday a "historic" commercial agreement that extends their participation until 2031 in exchange for a share of revenue from TV broadcasters, sponsors and circuits. This agreement, inspired by the so?called "Concorde" accords in Formula 1, formalises a five-year commitment from Aprilia, Ducati, Honda, KTM and Yamaha who were working together as the Motorcycle Sport Manufacturers Association (MSMA). It will immediately unlock the silence that the teams have imposed on rider signings for 2027, many of which have already been completed.The negotiations, which lasted for weeks, involved the MSMA, the MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group (SEG) and Liberty Media, the new owner of the commercial rights."Today is a defining moment for MotoGP," said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP SEG, in a joint statement alongside the other executives from the respective brands."The commitment of the five manufacturers not only highlights the strength of the championship but also the shared ambition driving its future."The focus is firmly on what lies ahead: expanding our global reach, evolving the sport, and connecting with new audiences worldwide."Aprilia boss Massimo Rivola, president of the MSMA, hailed it as "a historic day". EACH TEAM TO RECEIVE 8 MILLION EUROSAccording to the website Motorsport.com, which first reported on this agreement several days ago, each team will receive around eight million euros per year from television, sponsor and motorcycle circuit revenues.Under the measures expected to be introduced in 2027, each team will be allowed only one bike per rider during practice and will have to develop its marketing and communications strategy, as in F1.In a technical revolution already announced, the displacement of the ultra-powerful, ultra-fast machines will be reduced from 1,000cc to 850cc for safety and environmental reasons, according to MotoGP.As for the numerous transfers, the arrival of Spain's Pedro Acosta (KTM) at Ducati is expected to be made official, where he will be the teammate and compatriot of seven-time MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez.His younger brother Alex Marquez (Ducati-Gresini) will move to KTM along with Italian Fabio Di Giannantonio (Ducati-VR46), while Italian Francesco "Pecco" Bagnaia will leave Ducati for Aprilia.Frenchman Fabio Quartararo, who is struggling at Yamaha, is expected to join Honda, while Spaniard Jorge Martín (Aprilia) and Japan's Ai Ogura (Aprilia-Trackhouse) will be heading to Yamaha. 

Honda Motor’s CEO and president Toshihiro Mibe attends a media briefing about financial results in Tokyo, Thursday.
Business

EV overhaul drags Honda to first operating loss since 1957

Honda announced on Thursday its first operational loss since 1957 after a major overhaul of its electric vehicle strategy in the United States.Japan's number two automaker after Toyota said that its operating loss last year of 414.3bn yen ($2.6bn) came after huge accounting charges in its EV operations.Honda also reported a net loss of 423.9bn yen, which according to Bloomberg News was the first since it began disclosing consolidated results in 1977.For this year, Honda projected net profit of 260bn yen and operating income of 500bn yen -- higher than market expectations -- sending its shares at one point almost eight percent higher.Honda announced in March that it was cancelling the launch and development of certain EV models in the United States, resulting in impairment and other charges of 2.5tn yen ($16bn).Honda blamed a "government policy shift" by US President Donald Trump's administration, including import tariffs and the scrapping of tax incentives for EV buyers.It also said that there was a "decline in competitiveness" of Honda products in China and other Asian countries.Other Japanese automakers are also suffering, squeezed by US tariffs, the Middle East war and fierce competition from Chinese rivals.Toyota, the world's largest carmaker by unit sales, forecast last week a 22% drop in net income this fiscal year, albeit from $25bn last.Nissan -- which is closing factories and cutting thousands of jobs -- on Wednesday reported a net loss of $3.4bn for last year, but forecast a return to profit."The major difference with Nissan is that while Nissan's product strength and brand power are significantly weak and recovery is not foreseeable, Honda's loss is a one-time, massive loss due to a change in strategy," said Tatsuo Yoshida, analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence."Its ICE (internal combustion engine) and HEV (hybrid electric) products are strong, and its brand power is high. Profitability in motorcycles and finance is good," Yoshida said before the announcement of Honda's earnings.Japan agreed to invest $550bn in the United States by 2029 in return for slashing threatened tariffs of 25% to 15%.The promises remain valid even after the US Supreme Court struck down US President Donald Trump's global tariffs in February and he imposed a new blanket 10% duty. 

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll, Formula One Group President and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe during their joint press conference on their partnership launch announcement in Tokyo Tuesday. (Reuters)
Sport

Aston Martin chairman Stroll sees 'development journey' in F1 overhaul

Aston Martin Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll said Tuesday the team is set to embark on a "development journey" as Formula One readies for its ‌biggest technical overhaul in decades.Speaking in Tokyo at an ‌event to launch Aston ‍Martin's partnership with Honda, Stroll had high hopes for the team's new power unit ⁠but acknowledged they would have ⁠no idea how it would stack up against their rivals until ‍they get on track."We're all sitting here anxiously waiting to get on track and I really don't think we'll have the answer to that question before we get to Melbourne," he said."And even when we get to Melbourne, you know these rules and regulations will be in place for five years."Formula One ‌faces a new engine era in the upcoming season as well as the rule changes. The sport will see thinner and lighter cars and ‍a 50/50 split on ⁠internal combustion, using ‌sustainable fuel, and electric power.Testing starts behind closed doors in Barcelona on January 26, before the 2026 championship begins with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne in early March.Honda unveiled the new power unit for the 2026 season at the event, marking the official start of its exclusive supply deal with Aston Martin."There'll be reliability issues, there'll be all sorts of things," Stroll said, adding that he believed it was the first time in Formula One history that teams ​faced a new chassis and ‌power unit at the same time."There'll be a lot of issues to contend with, but ⁠we're very positive."Aston Martin ‍enters the season as a works team with Honda and with new team principal Adrian Newey leading the design of the new car.Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe said he believed electrification technology became more important this year in order to win given the engine's electric power ​usage."We want to show that Honda's technology is world class, even in the age of electrification," he said.Andy Cowell, Aston Martin's chief strategy officer, said Honda and Aston Martin had set tough targets and were already deep into validation testing."We want to win. But we understand that Formula One is the pinnacle of motor sport," he said."It's really exciting," he added. "Pulling together an Adrian Newey-designed ⁠Aston Martin Honda car is something that everybody is really revelling in." 

The Honda Goldwing 50th Anniversary edition is now available at Domasco Honda Motorcycles showroom in Qatar. PICTURES: Shaji Kayamkulam.
Qatar

Domasco unveils Honda Goldwing 50th-Anniversary edition at showroom

Domasco Honda Motorcycles has unveiled the Honda Goldwing 50th-Anniversary edition, at its showroom. The event celebrated five decades of Honda’s iconic touring and bagger motorcycles, bringing together enthusiasts, media, and special guests for an evening of heritage, innovation, and passion for the open road. The Honda Goldwing 50th Anniversary edition is designed to offer riders an unparalleled experience with its premium features, including: Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), 121L total storage volume, 7-speed DCT or 6-speed manual transmission with electric reverse, dual LED fog lights, navigation system, cruise control / Hill Start Assist (HSA), wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Commenting on the launch, Andre Bonthuys, managing director/head of business, Domasco Al-Futtaim, said: "The Honda Goldwing has been an icon in the world of touring motorcycles for 50 years. We are thrilled to bring this limited edition to Qatar, offering enthusiasts a perfect blend of heritage, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional riding comfort. This launch reinforces Domasco Honda’s commitment to delivering premium experiences for motorcycle enthusiasts across the region." The Honda Goldwing 50th Anniversary edition is now available at Domasco Honda Motorcycles showroom in Qatar. More information is available from 8008123, a statement added.