Aston Martin Appoints Newey as 2026 Team Principal

Aston Martin Formula 1 has appointed renowned engineer Adrian Newey as its team principal starting with the 2026 season, marking a significant leadership shift announced ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix. The move sees current team principal Andy Cowell transition to the role of chief strategy officer, as the team restructures to prepare for major regulatory changes and its new partnership with Honda.

Newey, who joined Aston Martin in March as managing technical partner after nearly two decades at Red Bull, will take on the leadership position for the first time in his career. Previously, he designed championship-winning cars for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull, establishing himself as one of the sport's most successful aerodynamicists. In his new role, Newey will oversee the team's overall direction, building on his current responsibilities for the 2026 car design.

Cowell, who assumed the team principal and group CEO positions in January after a successful tenure leading Mercedes' power unit program during the introduction of V6 hybrid turbos, will now focus on strategic partnerships. His duties will center on integrating the team's new power unit, fuel, and chassis with suppliers...