P1racenews AI automatic summary:
It was a successful weekend for Mercedes in Azerbaijan last weekend, with its highlights stretching beyond George Russell’s podium success.
During the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend, Mercedes introduced a groundbreaking bio-based carbon fibre composite material on the W16 challenger’s brake duct wheel shields.
This marked the team’s first use of sustainable carbon fibre composites, incorporating 30% bio-based materials in the Baku race.
Despite battling illness, George Russell finished second behind race winner Max Verstappen, showcasing the performance of the new material.
Mercedes emphasized that this innovation in sustainability does not compromise quality or performance in Formula One.
Team principal Toto Wolff sees potential for widespread adoption of these materials in the sport, highlighting F1’s role as a test bed for pioneering technologies.
The new brake duct shield represents Mercedes’ commitment to sustainability and its dedication to pushing the boundaries of performance and innovation in the sport.
