F1: Aston Martin Appoints Andy Cowell As Team Principal, Replaces Mike Krack

Aston Martin has announced Andy Cowell, former head of Mercedes High Performance Powertrains, as its new Formula 1 Team Principal, replacing Mike Krack. This move is part of a major restructuring led by Cowell to streamline operations and define clearer roles between trackside and factory teams. Cowell, known for leading Mercedes' dominant F1 engine program from 2008 to 2020, brings unmatched technical expertise and leadership. Since joining Aston Martin in October, he has already made a strong impact on the team's direction. Mike Krack, who served as Team Principal for nearly three years, will now take on the role of Chief Trackside Officer. This strategic change highlights his vital role in optimizing on-track performance. Aston Martin's restructuring reflects its ambition to boost F1 competitiveness and lay the groundwork for future success.

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Andy 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, alongside our strategic partners Honda and Aramco, we are on a journey to becoming a Championship-winning team. These organizational changes are a natural evolution of the multi-year plans that we have scheduled to make and I'm incredibly excited about the future.'

F1: Other Changes

Aston Martin has also made other significant changes to strengthen its F1 operations. Enrico Cardile, formerly with Ferrari, has been appointed Chief Technical Officer. Known for his innovative approach to car design and engineering, Cardile is expected to bring fresh insights to the team. Although his start date is yet to be confirmed, his arrival is highly anticipated. Legendary car designer Adrian Newey will join Aston Martin as a Managing Technical Partner on March 2.

Tom McCullough, a seasoned Performance Director, will shift focus to support Aston Martin's other racing ventures, ensuring his expertise continues to benefit the organisation's broader success.

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By 2026, Aston Martin aims to become a fully-fledged works team, bolstered by the acquisition of Honda engines from Red Bull. These strategic moves underscore Aston Martin's ambition to evolve into a dominant force in Formula 1.