Honda RA106

Honda RA106

The Honda RA106 was the car with which the Honda team competed in the F1|2006 Formula One season. It was driven by Rubens Barrichello, who joined from Ferrari, and Jenson Button, who had spent three seasons with the team as British American Racing. The year marked the first time Honda had competed as a full team since F1|1968; since then it had only competed as an engine supplier until taking over BAR completely in late F1|2005.

Although the year was a significant improvement on 2005, Honda were not to be challenging for the championship after impressive winter form. The car was quick on qualifying, but less so in the races. A performance trough mid-season also led to the team parting company with the car's designer, Geoff Willis.

However, things improved from the German GP, culminating in Button's first F1 win in Hungary. Button was generally the stronger driver throughout the season, and it was felt that he deserved to get Honda's first win in their F1 return.

Honda finished the season strongly with a run of podium finishes. They also successfully introduced their F1|2007-spec engine before the season was over.

The team eventually finished fourth in the Constructors' Championship, with 86 points.

The RA106 formed the basis of the Super Aguri SA07.

Complete Formula One results

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References

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