Nikosar wrote: ↑28 May 2024, 16:34
diffuser wrote: ↑28 May 2024, 15:01
Nikosar wrote: ↑28 May 2024, 12:48
First it tried Allison, Newey, Binotto and now Wache. It is clear that there is something behind the scenes since last summer. But even If Fallows stays, or if they appoint a CTO, they don't have a magic stick and suddenly the next race Aston will be on the podium. They will need time. But hey if they have budget why not having one of them.
You mean besides that they let Green go and they're looking to replace him? BTW, it's "First it tried Allison, Newey, Wache and now Binotto." but who's counting.
Real question is : for how many more months will Stroll Sr. continue to count on these people? As you say he tests people, do you think they have successfully passed the "Stroll Sr." test?
We count 4 key figures for the moment, being approached by Aston in less than 6 months, Lawrence is seeing a clear problem in that specific area, otherwise he would not have contacted them.
Alonso was 3rd at the standings last year with 117 points at this stage, 9 points off the second place. This year is 9th with 33 points. And the reason is : car performances.
As you mentioned, He's having problems finding a CTO. You need to find BETTER replacements before you let people go.
Look at McLaren. Some people over at that Forum had been calling for Peter Promondou's head for years. Yet he's still there. Still high in the org. Good Technical people, technical problem solvers, are hard to find.
I think Krack is doing a good job and part of Team principle's job is being done by Lawrence. So I'm sure he works closely with Lawrence. If LSS wasn't happy with him, he would have been gone a long time ago. I think if there is anyone that LSS can evaluate without help of anyone else it Krack.