An Aston Martin F1 insider has revealed an unusual habit of design legend Adrian Newey. Now, the 66-year-old is the managing technical partner at Aston Martin, a role he started in March after 19 years spent with Red Bull. Newey is looking to get the Aston Martin outfit nearer to the front in 2026, when new regulations come sweeping into the sport, with the ambitious outfit looking to challenge for championships in the future. "The important thing is that Adrian Newey didn't come to Aston Martin to retire," De la Rosa told the Dura La Vita podcast. "The Adrian Newey effect isn't just a marketing hype.