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Mercedes is to reshuffle its senior technical Formula 1 team later this year with long-serving director of car design John Owen set to leave, The Race can reveal
Mercedes is set to reshuffle its senior technical Formula 1 team later this year, as long-serving director of car design John Owen will be leaving, according to The Race.
Owen, a Mercedes stalwart, played a key role in the creation of all the team’s world championship-winning cars in the modern era.
He joined Mercedes, then the Honda works team, in 2007 after starting his F1 career at Sauber.
Owen was promoted to director of car design in early 2023, focusing on car design under the restructured organization in response to the cost cap challenges.
After overseeing the design of Mercedes’ 2026 car, Owen will step down and hand over his role to Giacomo Tortora before taking a career break.
Owen emphasized the importance of fostering the right culture within the team, believing it was crucial for achieving success in F1 and ensuring a safe and inspiring environment for its members.
