Adrian Newey OBE, the world’s foremost designer in Formula One, is arguably one of Britain’s greatest engineers. In his fascinating and powerful book, “How to Build a Car,” Newey explores his unrivaled 35-year career in Formula One through the lens of the cars he has designed, the drivers he has worked with, and the races that have defined his journey.
A true engineering genius, Adrian’s thoughts have always emerged in shape and form. He began sketching car designs at the age of 12 and took a welding course during his school summer holidays. From his early career in IndyCar racing to his unparalleled success in Formula One, Adrian shares comprehensive, engaging, and highly entertaining insights into how a car actually works.
Throughout his illustrious career, Adrian has designed cars for legendary drivers such as Mario Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Mika Hakkinen, Mark Webber, and Sebastian Vettel. His shark-like purity of purpose has always been to make the car go faster. While his career boasts unbelievable triumphs, it has also seen deep tragedies, most notably the death of Ayrton Senna during his time at Williams in 1994.
Beautifully illustrated with never-before-seen drawings, “How to Build a Car” encapsulates what makes Formula One so thrilling – the potential for total synchronicity of man and machine, and the perfect combination of style, efficiency, and speed. Through Adrian’s remarkable life story, readers gain a deeper understanding of the exhilarating world of Formula One.
