Ex-F1 star reveals Adrian Newey insight, hints of Aston Martin sandbagging

Ex-F1 star reveals Adrian Newey insight, hints of Aston Martin sandbagging

Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has revealed insight into the work methods of Adrian Newey, speculating that Aston Martin may be hiding some of its pace in pre-season testing. The Silverstone-based squad enters the new era of F1 with the AMR26, the first car of the team’s to be designed by the legendary technical guru, who will also lead as Team Principal. Newey’s creation caught the eye of other teams, media and fans when it first ap…

Newey’s Hidden Hand: Aston Martin’s High-Stakes Melbourne Gamble

Aston Martin showed up to testing with the world’s brainiest car whisperer on the wall and a shiny new partner, yet the garage vibe felt more “Monday morning” than victory parade; one driver’s asking for chunks of time, the other sounds unimpressed, and then a certain ex-F1 mischief-maker hints the real trick might be stashed for Melbourne—because why show your homework when the neighbors are still peeking? The juicy twist: can the engine sing l…