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Aston Martin confirms Cardile as new Chief Technical Officer

Aston Martin has confirmed that Enrico Cardile, Ferrari’s former chassis technical director, will join the British outfit from 2025 as its new Chief Technical officer.

Cardile’s move from Maranello to Silverstone had been anticipated for several months, but the Scuderia officially announced the Italian engineer’s exit on Monday.

Aston says it has created the new role of CTO to further strengthen its senior technical group, adding that Cardile – a key pillar of Ferrari’s technical team – will bring a wealth of experience to the team.

“I would like to welcome Enrico to Aston Martin Aramco as we look to reinforce the technical leadership team ahead of significant regulation changes in 2026,” commented Aston Martin F1 executive chairman Lawrence Stroll.

“I am thrilled that we continue to attract world-class talent to our team. Enrico shares my motivation to be successful in F1 and will have all the resources available to him to realise that ambition.

“Together with Andy Cowell joining as Group CEO in October and our existing leaders we are creating a formidable team.”

Read also: Ferrari loses F1 technical director Cardile to Aston Martin

As Aston Martin’s technical director, Dan Fallows currently leads the F1 team’s engineering department.

However, Cardile’s appointment above the Briton could create a complex dynamic, and it remains to be seen how the two men will work together or weather the Italian’s presence will put pressure on Fallows.

“I’m looking forward to joining Aston Martin Aramco,” said Cardile. “The ambition and desire are clear and it is a unique opportunity to be part of that journey.

“This is a personal and professional challenge and I look forward to working with the team to bring success to this iconic brand.”

Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack added: “I am delighted to welcome Enrico to Aston Martin Aramco. Enrico has nearly 20 years of experience at Ferrari and will offer a fresh perspective to our technical strategy.

“This is a key appointment for the team as we build towards the new 2026 regulations – an important next step on our journey.”

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.