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Fernando Alonso believes Aston Martin’s acquisition of ex-Mercedes Formula 1 engine head Andy Cowell shows the team is “still appealing” despite its recent slump. Aston Martin announced earlier this week before the British Grand Prix that Cowell will take over from Chief Executive Officer Martin Whitmarsh at the side in October. Cowell was Managing Director […]
Aston Martin recently announced that Andy Cowell will take over as the Chief Executive Officer in October, succeeding Martin Whitmarsh. Cowell, who was previously the Managing Director at Mercedes AMG HPP, played a key role in Mercedes’ success in Formula 1 after the engine rules reset in 2014. Aston Martin has experienced a decline in competitiveness, transitioning from podium finishes last season to struggling to score points. The team is rumored to have also recruited Ferrari’s Enrico Cardile and is pursuing Red Bull’s Adrian Newey. Fernando Alonso expressed excitement about Cowell’s appointment and emphasized the importance of delivering results on track. Cowell’s expertise in powertrain development will be crucial as Aston Martin transitions to Honda engines from the 2026 season. Alonso believes Cowell’s experience will be valuable during this transition period.
