Adrian Newey, renowned as one of the best car designers in Formula 1 history, will be parting ways with Red Bull Racing, a team that has been a significant part of his career.
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Red Bull has stated that Newey will stay on board until early 2025. He will then shift his focus to the final stages of developing and delivering Red Bull’s first hypercar, the RB17, a project he will see through to the end.
During the rest of the 2024 F1 season, Newey plans to be present at certain races, including the upcoming Miami Grand Prix. Reflecting on his career, Newey shared that he always aspired to design fast cars and feels fortunate to have realized his dream with Red Bull Racing.
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After nearly two decades of contributing to the team’s success, he believes it’s time to pass the torch and pursue new endeavors. Despite the official statements, it’s understood that not everything has been smooth sailing between Newey and the Red Bull Racing management, particularly team boss Christian Horner.
Allegations of misconduct against Horner had led to a strained relationship, although the investigation was eventually dismissed. Since joining Red Bull in 2006, Newey’s expertise has been instrumental in the team’s achievements, including multiple championships and numerous race wins.
His future plans remain uncertain, but there is speculation about a potential move to Ferrari, aligning with his past expressions of interest in working with the iconic racing team and drivers like Lewis Hamilton, who will join Ferrari in 2025.
Importantly, Newey will not be subject to “gardening leave,” allowing him the freedom to continue working in Formula 1 immediately after his tenure with Red Bull concludes.
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