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Boss Andrea Stella has detailed some of the extensive changes McLaren is making to defends its F1 title.
McLaren is implementing significant changes on its MCL39 car to defend its F1 constructors’ title in 2025, as stated by team boss Andrea Stella. The team, current defending champions, aims for the first drivers’ title since 2008 with drivers Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri. McLaren’s MCL38 and Ferrari’s SF-24 were the fastest cars in 2024, with expectations that the ’25 cars will be evolutions of their predecessors due to upcoming regulation changes. RacingNews365 analyst Paolo Filisetti praised McLaren’s ‘extreme’ modifications on the MCL39, highlighting changes in suspension and wishbones. Stella described the comprehensive changes made to the new car, focusing on optimizing fundamental components for aerodynamics and mechanical grip, with plans for continuous development throughout the season to maintain a competitive advantage against other teams.
