Newey 'the genius dictator'? Cowell sets the record straight at Aston Martin

Speaking to Sky Sports Cowell shed light on the way Newey's work in his new role has unfolded for the British green racing coloured team.

Newey's approach dictatorship-like? According to Cowell is precisely the opposite. “It’s not in a sort of dictatorial way, it’s very much into the detail and explaining things from first principles.”

The British designer's holistic outlook on Aston Martin's projects extends to optimising the team's performance during race weekends as well.

“He’s got great experience, and it's an exciting time for us," Cowell concluded.