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James Allison says Mercedes believe they have eradicated a “spiteful” rear-end during the development of their 2024 F1 car.
Mercedes’ technical director, who has signed a long-term contract extension, revealed the key development targets for their new F1 car, the W15. They aim to address the handling weaknesses that affected the rear end of the previous car, making the new challenger more friendly and stable. Lewis Hamilton expressed his desire for a more stable rear end. Despite the apprehension and excitement, Allison believes they have made some progress in simulation. They also focused on making the car lighter, increasing downforce, and potentially improving the power unit. While Mercedes acknowledges their challenger status, they hope to have addressed the shortcomings of the previous season’s car and believe the field is slowly becoming more competitive.
