The 55-year-old returned to the role as part of a major reorganisation of Mercedes' technical department last year following a disappointing start to the 2023 season.&ꦕnbsp;

Allison swapped positions with Mike Elliott, who later💟 left ꧑the team. 

"F1 has brought me a lot of good fortune, but none greater than answering Toto's calꦗl to join Mercedes in 2017," Allison said൩.

"It is a great privilege to continue this adventure, working alongside brilliant colleagues and fighting together for championship s꧙uccess." ꦦ;

Earlier this week, Toto Wolf♈f signed a new three-year deal to remain as Merced💫es' team principal.

 "I am thrilled that James has committed his l๊ong-term future to the team," Wolff said ⭕of Allison. "Put simply, he is the most impressive technical leader in our sport.

"His gladiato♉r spirit, along with his knowledge, experience, and determination, make him second-to-none. His influence and impact, however, goes so much further than that. Since joining in 2017, he has been a key ally and sparring partner for me personally.

"We can challenge each other openly and honestly; an embodiment of the 'tough love' culture of the team that is vital in helping us all p♓erform at our very best. 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."