Walter Hayes CBE (12 April, 1924 - 26 December, 2000) was an English journalist, and later public relations executive for Ford. Hayes was key in developing Ford's Formula One program, by signing Jackie Stewart and funding the building of the Cosworth DFV V8 Formula One racing engine; and the creation of the Premier Automotive Group with the purchases of classic English brands Jaguar and Aston Martin. Wikipedia
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