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Aston Martin Chief Technical Officer Enrico Cardile has expressed why he and the team will be hesitant to copy F1 rivals, such as former employers Ferrari.
Enrico Cardile, Aston Martin’s Chief Technical Officer, expressed his hesitation in copying Formula 1 rivals like Ferrari due to wanting to establish a unique identity for the team.
Having previously worked at Ferrari for 19 years before joining Aston last year, Cardile is contributing to the technical team led by renowned engineer Adrian Newey.
As part of Aston Martin’s strategy, Newey is designing the AMR26 for 2026, while also taking on the role of Team Principal, moving Andy Cowell to Chief Strategy Officer.
Cardile emphasized the importance of developing the team’s processes and identity, steering away from mere replication of established methods.
The focus remains on building on the team’s strengths and addressing weaknesses to establish Aston Martin as a leader in F1, with a clear vision and plan agreed upon by key figures within the organization.
The continuous progress aligns with the team’s goal of shaping a distinct organizational culture to achieve success in the competitive realm of Formula 1.
