Tom mccullough

Aston Martin Formula: Aston Martin Formula 1 has announced Andy Cowell, the new chief executive officer, who will now also serve as the team principal. Cowell, renowned for his tenure as the head of Mercedes' F1 engine division from 2008 to 2020, joined Aston Martin in October.

Known for engineering dominance that helped Mercedes secure multiple championship titles, Cowell brings unparalleled expertise in both leadership and technical innovation.

Cowell’s appointment as team principal comes with a clear mandate to guide Aston Martin through organisational rest. Reflecting on his new role, Cowell said, "I have spent the last three months understanding and assessing our performance, and I've been incredibly impressed by the dedication, commitment, and hard work of this team. With the completion of the AMR Technology Campus and our transition in 2026 to a full works team, we are on a journey to becoming a championship-winning team."