- Adrian Newey will become Aston Martin team principal from the 2026 Formula 1 season.
- Newey, widely regarded as a top technical mastermind, committed his long-term future to Aston Martin in September 2024 following his departure from Red Bull.
- Current team principal and CEO Andy Cowell will transition to a new role as chief strategy officer.
- The leadership changes are intended to best position the team ahead of the major new regulations set to be introduced in 2026.
- Newey has played a significant role in 13 World Drivers’ Championships and a dozen constructors’ titles, but has not previously held a team principal position.
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