Aston Martin has appointed Adrian Newey as team principal from 2026, reshaping the structure ahead of the Honda works partnership. Andy Cowell moves into a new Chief Strategy Officer role as the team aligns its leadership to Newey’s vision.
Audi prepares for 2026 F1 debut with plan to build up to 100 engines despite three-unit annual limit
Audi plans to build as many as 100 engines for its 2026 F1 debut despite the three-unit annual limit per driver. Led by Mattia Binotto, the project aims to close a six-year development gap through volume testing and rapid iteration as the team prepares for a full works entry with Sauber.
FIA simulations show that 2026 F1 cars will be only one to two seconds slower than current machinery. Officials explain why the first year of new regulations is not designed for maximum speed.
Aston Martin is undergoing a major internal restructuring as seven senior engineers, including former chief designer Akio Hanshita and aerodynamics head Eric Brandan, prepare to leave the team. The changes mark a deep overhaul driven by Adrian Newey and Enrico Cardile as the squad rebuilds itself for the 2026 Honda works era.
