James Allison signs a long-term contract extension with Mercedes

Eight-time constructors’ champion staff Mercedes have confirmed that James Allison has signed a long-term contract extension to stay as Technical Director.

Mercedes have strengthened their technical management earlier than the main rule adjustments kicks in in 2026, signing a long-term contract extension with Technical Director James Allison.

Allison joined the staff in 2017 as Technical Director, overseeing a extended interval of success culminating in 4 Drivers’ titles and 5 consecutive Constructors’ Championships.

After a stint as Chief Technical Officer, chargeable for long run technique and the INEOS Britannia America’s Cup challenge, the 55-year-old returned to a extra frontline function as Technical Director in April 2023.

“F1 has introduced me a lot of fine fortune, however none larger than answering Toto’s name to hitch Mercedes in 2017. It is a nice privilege to proceed this journey, working alongside good colleagues and combating collectively for championship success,” Allison mentioned.

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff added: “I’m thrilled that James has dedicated his long-term future to the staff. Put merely, he’s essentially the most spectacular technical chief in our sport.

“His gladiator spirit, alongside with his data, expertise, and willpower, make him second-to-none. His affect and impression, nonetheless, goes a lot additional than that.

“Since becoming a member of in 2017, he has been a key ally and sparring companion for me personally. We can problem one another brazenly and truthfully; an embodiment of the ‘tough love’ tradition of the staff that’s very important in serving to us all carry out at our best possible.

“Most importantly though, James is a true friend you can rely on, not only in times of success but in difficult moments too. It has been a pleasure to work with him over the past seven years and I look forward to doing so for many more to come.”