Aston Martin begins its return to F1

For the first time since 1960, Aston Martin will be at the start of a Grand Prix of Formula 1. Lawrence Property Stroll, the Racing Point team will take the name of the legendary British manufacturer from 2021.

After much success in endurance in the GTE Pro category, Aston Martin has decided to leave the WEC in order to engage in the most famous of all motorsport arenas ". Already present as a sponsor of Red Bull Racing, the English firm now wants to join “ the elite as a builder ».

« Formula 1 is a hugely powerful platform that will play a key role in Aston Martin's overall strategy as we seek to drive the company forward, underlines Lawrence Stroll, executive chairman of Aston Martin Lagonda.

This is a truly global sport, with a huge audience, which we believe can help relaunch the brand and make it even more desirable around the world ».

Aston Martin will unveil its cars and liveries next February. For its return to Formula 1, the Gaydon firm will be led by Lance Stroll, previously Racing Point driver, and the new recruit, Sebastian Vettel.

« We've had almost a year of preparation to get to this stage and we're really looking forward to seeing the reactions when we finally reveal our new identity as the Aston Martin Formula 1 team, says Otmar Szafnauer, CEO and team director.

Representing such an iconic brand is a huge privilege for every member of the team. We have earned a well-deserved reputation for delivering great efficiency, so we are confident we can live up to the Aston Martin name from the start.

It's the start of a new adventure and I feel the energy and determination of the team to push the limits of performance further than ever. With some of the most creative minds in the industry, a true competitive mentality and the can-do spirit that has served us so well over the years, we have every reason to be excited about the future ».