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The new directions McLaren has found with its evolutionary MCL38
McLaren’s latest car, the MCL38, shows a continuation of the improvements made last year with enhanced bodywork and components, optimized for better performance throughout the season. One noticeable change is the downsloping ramp-style bodywork at the rear, along with a re-optimized cooling gill panels and a narrower and taller inlet at the front of the sidepod to tackle turbulence. The MCL38 still features a pull-rod front suspension layout, consistent with previous models, emphasizing aerodynamics over mechanical performance. McLaren’s decision to stick with certain design elements suggests a deliberate strategy tailored to maximize performance under the current regulations. Despite some subtle changes not fully revealed yet, McLaren’s approach seems to prioritize finding the optimal balance between aerodynamic efficiency and overall performance for the MCL38.
