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McLaren: Staying with Mercedes in F1 straightforward after "reassurance"
McLaren has extended its partnership with Mercedes for an additional five seasons, from 2026 to 2030. This decision makes McLaren one of the last teams to secure an engine supplier, with Williams being the only team left to sign up for the 2026 regulations and beyond. The team’s principal, Andrea Stella, stated that staying with Mercedes was an easy choice due to the continuity it offers and the assurances received regarding the progress of their 2026 power unit. McLaren is focused on getting back to the front of the grid, and securing the Mercedes powertrain is a key pillar in their plans. While Stella acknowledges the importance of a strong power unit, he notes that there is still much work to be done on the chassis side in order to contend for championships and remain competitive in the highly competitive business of Formula 1.
