Adrian Newey Joins Aston Martin as Managing Technical Partner

Adrian Newey Joins Aston Martin as Managing Technical Partner
  • Adrian Newey joins Aston Martin as managing technical partner
  • Newey aims to make Aston Martin a title contender by 2026
  • He brings his expertise from building title-winning cars for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull
  • Newey has become a shareholder in the team
  • He will lead next year's project and work closely with the team's drivers and engineers
  • Fernando Alonso labels Aston Martin as 'the team of the future' with Newey's arrival
  • Andy Cowell expresses his excitement about working with Newey

Introduction of Adrian Newey to Aston Martin

Adrian Newey, the most successful car designer in Formula 1 history, has officially started his new role at Aston Martin as the managing technical partner. Newey's arrival is expected to significantly boost the team's chances of becoming a title contender in the near future.

Newey has a proven track record of building title-winning cars, having done so for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull in the past. His expertise and experience will be invaluable to Aston Martin as they strive to reach the top of the Formula 1 grid.

Impact on Aston Martin's Future

Aston Martin's owner, Lawrence Stroll, is ambitious about turning the team into a title contender under the new set of engine and aerodynamic rules coming into force for the 2026 season. With Newey on board, the team is confident that they can achieve this goal.

Newey has also become a shareholder in the team, demonstrating his commitment to the project. He will lead next year's project and work closely with the team's drivers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the team is well-prepared for the challenges ahead.

Reaction from the Team

Fernando Alonso, a driver for Aston Martin, has labeled the team as 'the team of the future' with Newey's arrival. Andy Cowell, the team's new Group CEO and team boss, has also expressed his excitement about working with Newey, citing his impressive record in the sport.

The team is eager to start working with Newey and is currently introducing him to the key technical players within the business. They are also showing him the business tools for engineering the car and getting started on creating a 2026 car.