Toro Rosso’s Honda-powered STR13 has made its on-track debut during a filming day at Misano, five days before the start of pre-season testing. Toro Rosso, seventh in last year’s standings, has partnered with Honda on a three-year deal, picking up McLaren’s supply of the Japanese marque’s power units. The STR13, which was successfully fired up earlier this month, ran for the first time in wet conditions at the Italian circuit on Wednesday. Pierre Gasly and Brendon Hartley, entering their first full seasons in Formula 1, split driving duties equally, as Toro Rosso was able to successfully shakedown its new car. “Everything ran smoothly and according to...
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