@AstonMartinF1 unveil stunning green-liveried #AMR21. #F1

Aston Martin Racing revealed their striking green-liveried AMR21 racer overnight, the famous British marque’s first F1 car in more than 60 years.

The Silverstone-outfit formerly known as BWT Racing Point F1 Team was rebranded over the winter after owner Lawrence Stroll took over the Aston Martin road car department, and opted to join the two entities on track in the pinnacle of motorsport, more than six decades ago after the manufacturer last raced in Formula One.

The AMR21 was unveiled in the brand’s traditional racing colours, carrying significant branding from major sponsor, Cognizant, the IT mega-brand assisting to lead the squad’s digital transformation trajectory towards future success in the sport.

Aston Martin Racing features an all-new driver line-up as four-time World Champion Sebastian Vettel joins the team from Ferrari and will partner Lance Stroll, who enters his third campaign with the Silverstone-based outfit.

Aston Martin Racing Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer gave praise to the famous British brand’s return to the sport and believes the team can go one-step better in 2021 after the team scored victory at last season’s Sakhir Grand Prix, courtesy of Sergio Perez – along with three other podiums, which saw them achieve fourth place in the World Constructors Championship.

 “Launching the Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One™ Team gives everybody associated with this company a real sense of purpose and pride. It is a truly iconic car brand and it is a huge privilege to bring Aston Martin back to the pinnacle of motorsport – where it belongs,”

 

“There is a change on the driving front, Sebastian [Vettel] joining us to race alongside Lance [Stroll]. Sebastian is someone we can all learn from, and his integration into the team has been very smooth – as you would expect from someone with so much experience. It is clear in my mind that Sebastian has lost none of his speed. It is down to us to create an environment in which he feels comfortable so he can deliver at his brilliant best. Lance is a very talented young driver, as his two podiums and wet-weather pole position last year demonstrated. We expect more of the same this year,”

 

“Our goal for 2021 is to build on what we achieved last year and take a further step forward. There is no reason why we cannot achieve that with our talented workforce combined with the new financial investment. Success does not come overnight, but I am convinced that we are putting the key elements in place to continue moving up the grid this year and in the years ahead.” Szafnauer concluded. Credit to Aston Martin Racing for the quote. https://www.astonmartinf1.com/en-GB/articles/aston-martin-cognizant-formula-one-tm-team-launches-the-amr21

Vettel reflected on his years in the sport and is keen to hit the ground running with his new team adding.

“Even though I have raced for four Formula One teams and for many years, starting a new season with a new team still gives me a sense of excitement,”

 

“As a driver, I have always kept my eye on the competition and this team has consistently impressed me with what they have been able to do without the biggest of budgets. So, when Lawrence [Stroll] and Otmar [Szafnauer] approached me last year, and explained what their ambitions were, I was immediately very motivated to join the team,”

 

“I love the history of motor racing and Aston Martin is one of the great names of the past, so it is fun to be part of their return to Formula One after an absence of 61 years,”

 

“Having visited the factory and met the senior people as well as my engineers and mechanics, I can see they are a really good group. I feel confident that, by the support Lawrence brings together with the Aston Martin name, we will make real progress together,”

 

“I have not driven the car yet – obviously – but I think it looks great. I am really looking forward to getting it out on the track. I am also looking forward to working with and getting to know better everyone in the team, including my team-mate Lance [Stroll]. We will certainly make a big effort to deliver some good results together and have fun doing it.” Vettel concluded. Credit to Aston Martin Racing for the quote.

Stroll talked about the excitement time of the year, explaining how he felt at home with the Silverstone squad and his preparations on the upcoming campaign.

“This is such an exciting time of the year. The car launch is when everything starts to feel real again, especially this year with our new identity as Aston Martin Cognizant Formula One™ Team. The new name is exciting for everyone and there is a massive buzz around the factory,”

 

“I have come back refreshed from the winter break. It is going to be my third season here working with this great bunch of people, and that stability is what you need as a driver. I am at home here and I have built those strong relationships with the team now. All that stuff makes a difference when we are competing for those last fractions of a second. It is a case of knowing exactly what you need and how to work with the team to really optimise performance,”

 

“It is all quite full-on this year, with fewer testing days available, but we have made good use of our simulation tools at the factory to help us prepare. There will be higher expectations this year for several reasons – including the team name – and I see 2021 as a huge opportunity for us to score some great results. We had real momentum at the end of 2020 and I believe we can hit the ground running this year, too.” Stroll concluded. Credit to Aston Martin Racing for the quote.

Vettel and Stroll will both drive the Mercedes-powered AMR21 in it’s first shakedown at Silverstone today before the team heads to the Middle East from March 12-14 at the Bahrain International Circuit for Formula 1’s three-day pre-season test ahead of the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix from March 26-28.

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