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Mercedes: Strong F1 start even more important in 2024 before new rules focus
Mercedes has confirmed that for the 2024 season, they will introduce a new car concept, moving away from their previous design. They struggled with the current car, and the new concept will address its difficulties. However, the 2025 cars are expected to be evolutionary “close cousins” of the upcoming 2024 car, as new engine rules and active aerodynamics will consume resources in research and development. Therefore, a strong start to the 2024 season is crucial, as it will influence the design of the 2025 car. Mercedes will quickly gauge the performance of the 2024 car based on initial driver feedback during testing, which has traditionally been a reliable indicator of the season’s success. Overall, Mercedes aims to have a car that performs well not just in the coming years but also beyond 2026.
Source: motorsport
