An Aston Martin statement said: “Over the past 14 months, Andy Cowell has led the team as CEO and team principal in implementing the much-needed structural changes to support the transition to a full works team in readiness for the new regulations in 2026.

Aston Martin F1 boss Andy Cowell has issued a statement after a driver move was announced from within the Silverstone team's ranks for 2026. Cowell has only held the position of team principal at Aston Martin since the start of 2025 after an internal reshuffle saw Mike Krack reassigned to chief trackside officer, leaving the space vacant.

Formula One technical guru Adrian Newey will become Aston Martin’s team principal in 2026. Newey committed his long-term future to Aston Martin in September 2024 after his departure from Red Bull sparked a bidding war for his services.