Why We Are Still Waiting for the 'Newey Effect' F1 Q&A The arrival of Adrian Newey at Aston Martin was widely anticipated to spark a new era of competitiveness for the team.
However, six months into his tenure, it's clear that the impact of his presence has been more significant on the teams' organizational structure than on their performance.
Newey inherited a team already two months behind schedule due to new aerodynamic regulations and Honda's inadequate engine design. This put Aston Martin at a disadvantage from the start.