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Ex-F1 technical director Gary Anderson gives his take on the first images of the 2025 McLaren
McLaren has unveiled the first look at a 2025 Formula 1 car during the Silverstone shakedown, offering only a few images but with noticeable detail changes, especially in the front and rear suspension geometry adjustments, aimed at optimizing aerodynamic performance. One key change involves lowering the upper wishbone rear leg inboard pickup point for increased anti-dive, a strategy also applied to the rear suspension to enhance stability under braking. Team boss Andrea Stella emphasized the aerodynamic focus of the 2025 design, with aggressive tweaks like separating the trackrod from the bottom wishbone and utilizing a pullrod system for the front suspension. The revised radiator intake shape, reminiscent of past designs from Red Bull, Ferrari, and Mercedes, aims to efficiently manage airflow around the chassis. Overall, McLaren’s 2025 car showcases a blend of innovative engineering solutions and aesthetic refinements geared towards enhancing performance on the track.
