The rumors have been officially confirmed. Andy Cowell will take the reins as CEO of Aston Martin, replacing Martin Whitmarsh later this year. The announcement marks a significant step in the relaunch plan of the British team, headed towards a return to the top of Formula 1.
Lawrence Stroll's comment: “We are on track to win the World Championship”
Lawrence Stroll, president of Aston Martin, enthusiastically welcomed Cowell's appointment, underlining the strategic importance of the change in leadership. “I would like to thank Martin (Whitmarsh) who has been instrumental in our growth as a company,” Stroll said. “I am delighted to welcome Andy to our team at a crucial time. Together with our partnership with Honda, the commitment of our major partner Aramco and the leadership of Andy, we are on track to win the World Cup.”
Cowell on his new role and excitement for the future
Andy Cowell, former head of Mercedes power units, expressed his enthusiasm for the new role: “I am thrilled to join Lawrence's exciting project and look forward to working with the talented group of people that have been assembled. F1 has always been my competitive passion: I join Aston Martin at an exciting time, with the imminent completion of the Technology Campus and the transition to 2026 with our strategic partners Honda and Aramco.”
Enrico Cardile's confirmation is also awaited
The change in leadership was widely expected, given the team's recent revamp and Aston Martin's focus on improving on-track performance. According to sources, the next announcement, expected soon, should therefore concern Enrico Cardile, Ferrari's current chassis technical director, who would join the team to lead the technical office. This move is part of Stroll's strategy to strengthen the team's technical structure and compete at the highest levels in F1.
Source statements: FormulaPassion
