The year marked the first time Honda had competed as a full team since ; since then it had only competed as an engine supplier until taking over BAR completely in late . Honda used 'Lucky Strike' logos in Bahrain, Malaysia, Australia, Monaco, and Japan, and '555' logos in China.
In the year, Honda resumed its role as a full team competitor after a hiatus since ; it then served solely as an engine supplier until acquiring BAR's entire operation in late . During this period, Honda utilized 'Lucky Strike' logos in Bahrain, Malaysia, Australia, Monaco, and Japan, while employing '555' logos in China.