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Adrian Newey is well known for his work at the drawing board – but the F1 design legend says that’s not his preferred way of generating ideas
Formula 1 design legend Adrian Newey has found that spending time with others outside his office is his preferred way of pushing new ideas forward. He believes that team collaboration and harnessing the creativity of all engineers is essential for Aston Martin to achieve success with its 2026 F1 challenger. Newey emphasises the importance of communication and extracting the most from each team member to drive innovation. He divides his time between working with engineers one-on-one, in meetings, and at the drawing board due to the time constraints of the F1 rules overhaul for 2026. Newey stresses the significance of team cohesion and working together towards a common goal for Aston Martin’s success in the competitive landscape of Formula 1.
