About James Vowles
Born 1979. James Vowles is a British engineer and team manager.
James Patrick Vowles (born 20 June 1979) is a British racing driver, motorsport engineer and Team Principal of Williams. In September 2025 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Williams achieved a podium finish, the team's first since 2021 and the first under Vowles' leadership.
Awards In July 2017, Vowles received an honorary degree of Doctor of Science for his achievements in motorsport from the University of East Anglia.
Racing career summary
Personal life Vowles grew up in Switzerland and is fluent in French.
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Who is James Vowles?
British motorsport engineer
When was James Vowles born?
James Vowles was born on 20 June 1979 in Felbridge.
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James Vowles is an engineer and team manager.
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James Vowles is British.
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