P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Alan Permane has never been in charge of an F1 team in 35 years in the sport, but three drivers have indicated he is the perfect fit to lead Racing Bulls.
Alan Permane, a highly experienced engineer with over three decades in Formula 1, has taken on the role of Team Principal at Racing Bulls after Laurent Mekies moved to Red Bull’s main team.
Having worked mainly for Enstone teams, including Benetton, Permane has proven his skills over the years and is now trusted to lead the Faenza-based squad.
Despite never leading a team before, top drivers like Fernando Alonso and Nico Hulkenberg have praised Permane’s capabilities for the job.
With his background in working with iconic drivers like Alonso, Kimi Raikkonen, and Michael Schumacher, Permane is seen as the ideal choice to helm Racing Bulls by F1 veterans and current drivers on the grid.
