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The Silverstone based team has bolstered its ranks with the big-name signing.
Aston Martin has signed Enrico Cardile from Ferrari as their new F1 Chief Technical Officer, marking a strategic move to strengthen their technical team. Cardile, a long-time technical guru at Ferrari, will officially join Aston Martin in 2025 after a period of gardening leave. He expressed excitement about the opportunity, stating his commitment to bring success to the iconic brand. This appointment follows the announcement of Andy Cowell, former director of Mercedes High Performance Powertrains, as Group CEO in 2024, reinforcing Aston Martin’s technical leadership ahead of the 2026 regulation changes. Team Principal Mike Krack emphasized Cardile’s significant role in evolving their technical strategy for the upcoming seasons.