Adrian Newey makes Aston Martin demand amid huge Lawrence Stroll investment

Legendary designer Adrian Newey began work at Aston Martin in March as Managing Technical Partner, charged with guiding the squad into the 2026 rules cycle.



He told in-house media he felt “buoyed by the team” but noted crucial staffing gaps.



Facility Versus Workforce



“Lawrence’s vision has created a great facility – the best facility in F1 – but it is important that we now optimise how we use it,” Newey said.



He stressed that “F1 is about people,” adding, “We have many talented people – also a few areas that need strengthening with greater numbers.”







Aero Department Under Spotlight



Newey pinpointed aerodynamics as the chief area needing reinforcements.



“One area of our team that needs to grow is the aerodynamics department,” he explained, warning that limited headcount could narrow concept exploration during the critical transition.



Short-Term And Long-Term Balance



While a small group remains focused on rescuing the struggling 2025 car, Newey is prioritising long-term gains that will pay off when wholesale regulations change.



He acknowledged that choosing research avenues under budget-cap constraints means risking blind alleys, but believes tighter focus is necessary.



The Path Forward



Aston Martin’s recruitment drive is expected to target experienced aerodynamicists from rival teams throughout 2025.



If Newey’s strategy succeeds, the Silverstone outfit hopes to rejoin the front-running battle just as the new era dawns.
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