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Ignition Book Club: Adrian Newey - How to Build a Car

The Ignition Book Club is a weekly review of different books from the bookshelf in the Ignition Human Performance office. These books all have a common cross over, which is a focus on lessons from elite motorsports that can be translated into business performance. A lot of these books we use for our own research when putting together our Bespoke Learning and Development courses.

Each week, we will give a brief review on a book that we think provides insights into the strategies and techniques of top motorsports leaders, teams and drivers to achieve success. We will give a summary of the key takeaways and how they can help individuals and organisations to improve their performance and achieve their goals.

Then it is over to you, if you'd like to the read the book in question, we have put the link so you can purchase a copy below!

Please note that the below review is an overview and indeed our opinion, they are and is in no way endorsed by the individual or the team they are associated with. If you visit Amazon to purchase the below book, Ignition Human Performance is not responsible for content on 3rd party sites or indeed your choice to buy the book or not!

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Ignition Book Club: Adrian Newey - How to Build a Car

May 23, 2023

The Ignition Book Club is a weekly review of different books from the bookshelf in the Ignition Human Performance office. These books all have a common cross over, which is a focus on lessons from elite motorsports that can be translated into business performance. A lot of these books we use for our own research when putting together our Bespoke Learning and Development courses.

Each week, we will give a brief review on a book that we think provides insights into the strategies and techniques of top motorsports leaders, teams and drivers to achieve success. We will give a summary of the key takeaways and how they can help individuals and organisations to improve their performance and achieve their goals.

Then it is over to you, if you'd like to the read the book in question, we have put the link so you can purchase a copy below!

Please note that the below review is an overview and indeed our opinion, they are and is in no way endorsed by the individual or the team they are associated with. If you visit Amazon to purchase the below book, Ignition Human Performance is not responsible for content on 3rd party sites or indeed your choice to buy the book or not!

A book review and summary of Adrian Newey - How to Build a Car

Adrian Newey's "How to Build a Car" is an autobiographical account of his career as a Formula One designer and engineer. The book provides a fascinating look into the world of motorsports, from the design and development of the cars themselves to the high-stakes world of competition.

Newey covers his career from his early days as an engineer at March Engineering, through his stints at Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull Racing. He provides insights into the design process and the engineering challenges faced by his teams, and also shares personal stories and anecdotes about his experiences working with some of the biggest names in the sport.

One of the key strengths of the book is Newey's ability to explain complex technical concepts in a way that is accessible to non-engineers. He breaks down the design and engineering principles behind the cars and the various components, and provides examples of how these concepts were put into practice in the cars he designed.

Another strength of the book is its personal approach. Newey shares his thoughts and feelings about his successes and failures, and provides insights into his relationships with drivers and team personnel. He also shares personal stories and anecdotes that provide a glimpse into the human side of the sport.

Overall, "How to Build a Car" is a captivating and informative read that will appeal to both motorsports fans and anyone interested in engineering and design. Newey's ability to explain technical concepts in an accessible way, combined with his personal stories and insights, make the book both educational and entertaining. It provides a unique behind-the-scenes look at the world of Formula One and the design and engineering process behind some of the most successful cars in the sport's history.

To order a copy of "How to Build a Car" from Amazon please click here

To learn more about how the lessons from motorsport can be translated into business performance via Bespoke Learning and Development Programmes, Business & People Strategic Consultancy or our roster of Motorsport Speakers for your next corporate event, please contact nickbutcher@ignitionperform.com

Our copy of Adrian Newey - How to Build a Car