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Mercedes has been on the rise of late following a couple of years competing off the front of the grid – but as it looks to start the sport’s new era in 2026 off strongly, changes have been made.
Mercedes implemented a restructuring to improve its on-track results following challenging seasons under new technical regulations. The team has shown improvement, winning three of the last four races and upgrading the car to compete at the front. The focus is on continuous development and overcoming challenges to maintain competitiveness. Internal changes have been made to maintain motivation and prepare for the upcoming 2026 regulations. Despite facing departures, Mercedes has retained key personnel like Toto Wolff and James Allison for long-term planning. The team is restructuring to optimize its technical team and group functions for future success with different car specifications in mind.
