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Lando Norris revealed that his opening run in McLaren’s 2025 F1 car felt “normal” despite the team having been “innovative” with various design elements.
McLaren revealed their new car, the MCL39, with a camo livery after completing a shakedown at Silverstone, aiming to maintain their competitive edge in the upcoming season by taking a brave risk approach. The 2025 car features tweaks to the airbox and sidepod inlet, along with revamped front and rear suspension, described as innovative changes by McLaren boss Andrea Stella. Despite pushing boundaries, driver Lando Norris found the car behaved as expected during the initial wet running sessions, with rookie Oscar Piastri also expressing confidence in the team’s continuous innovation. As McLaren prepares to defend their title, both drivers emphasized the importance of staying proactive and constantly evolving to stay ahead in the competitive field of Formula 1.
