Fernando Alonso Analyzes Adrian Newey's Signing by Aston Martin

Published on January 09, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin driver, smiling in front of the Formula 1 car AMR24 in the paddock, during an interview about Adrian Newey's signing.

Fernando Alonso analyzes Adrian Newey's signing with Aston Martin

The Spanish driver for Aston Martin, Fernando Alonso, has referred to the arrival of the prestigious engineer Adrian Newey to the team. Alonso emphasizes the importance of a technical mind at his level being able to dedicate himself fully to improving the car's critical components for the upcoming campaigns. 🏎️

Technical focus as the absolute priority

The two-time world champion acknowledges Newey's trajectory in F1 and expects his ability to innovate to bring definitive solutions to the project. The central goal is to accelerate the process so that the Silverstone single-seater can compete at the highest level.

Key areas where Newey's impact is expected:
  • Aerodynamics and overall concept: Refine the design to gain aerodynamic load and efficiency.
  • Reliability and consistent performance: Build a car that is fast in all race conditions.
  • Innovation within the regulations: Find advantages within the current technical rules.
Now all that's left is for the car to be as fast on the track as the headlines are in the newspapers. Time, and the corners, will tell.

Motivation and expectations in the factory

Newey's incorporation has generated a wave of motivation within the Silverstone-based team. There is confidence that his work will mark a tangible turning point, not just on paper, but in results on the asphalt.

Clear objectives for the immediate future:
  • Develop a more competitive single-seater that allows challenging for wins consistently.
  • Close the gap technically and in performance with the leading teams in the championship, such as Red Bull and Ferrari.
  • Establish a solid performance base for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.

The ultimate test is on the track

Alonso, with his experience, knows that the true test comes on the circuits. As anticipation grows, the team must transform theoretical potential into real speed. The path for Aston Martin to make the definitive leap is now more defined, but its success will depend on executing every detail to perfection. 🏁