Aston Martin has pulled off one of the biggest coups in Formula 1, securing the services of the legendary Adrian Newey, one of the sport’s most decorated technical minds. The move is a clear statement of the team’s world championship aspirations, as Newey will join as Managing Technical Partner starting March 2025, and he won’t just stop there—he’ll also become a shareholder in the iconic British team.
Known for his unparalleled success, having engineered a staggering 25 world titles across various teams, Newey’s expertise is set to bolster Aston Martin’s drive to be a dominant force on the grid. His involvement will play a pivotal role in designing Aston Martin’s 2026 race car, just as Formula 1 introduces a new wave of technical regulations.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Aston Martin at such an exciting time,” Newey said in a statement. “Lawrence [Stroll]’s commitment to building a championship-winning team is evident, and with partners like Honda and Aramco, Aston Martin has everything it needs to compete at the highest level. I’m looking forward to the challenge.”
Executive Chairman Lawrence Stroll, who has invested heavily in revamping the team’s infrastructure, was equally ecstatic. “This is monumental,” Stroll said. “Adrian Newey is the best in the world at what he does, and bringing him to Aston Martin is another step in building a Formula 1 team capable of winning world championships.”
The move signals a huge shift in the balance of power in F1, as Newey’s exit from Red Bull Racing ends a defining chapter where he became the most revered designer in the sport. His career at Red Bull, along with previous stints at Williams and McLaren, has produced 12 drivers’ championships and 13 constructors’ titles—a record that speaks for itself.
A master of thriving in periods of regulatory change, Newey’s timing couldn’t be better. With F1 poised for a significant reset in 2026, his expertise will shape Aston Martin’s challenger in an era that promises to level the playing field. Aston Martin already benefits from the leadership of Fernando Alonso, who will remain with the team until the end of 2026, and the support of Honda as a works engine partner starting that year.
In addition to Newey, Aston Martin has also ramped up its technical prowess by recruiting high-profile talents such as Dan Fallows, a former Red Bull aerodynamicist, and Enrico Cardile, Ferrari’s former chassis chief, who will join as chief technical officer in 2025. Notably, Andy Cowell, the former head of Mercedes’ engine division, is also set to play a crucial role in the team’s future.
This seismic addition of Newey signals that Aston Martin is all in for a shot at the top, with Stroll’s ambitions for world domination in F1 looking more realistic by the day.
