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Mercedes is looking to bounce back and get back in race and title-winning form after two difficult seasons.
Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, has given a positive update on the progress of the new Mercedes W15 after simulation runs. The team is hoping that the new car will allow them to regain their race-winning form and challenge Red Bull for the titles. The W14, which was used in the 2023 season, was a disappointment as it failed to secure any victories. The car had a flawed zero sidepod concept and had to be abandoned for a more conventional design during the Monaco Grand Prix. However, more significant changes to the car’s architecture can only be made for the 2024 W15 design. Former F1 racer Anthony Davidson has been helping with the car’s development through simulator work and has provided positive feedback. Despite the challenges, Wolff believes it is possible to catch up to Red Bull, citing McLaren’s significant progress last year with a single upgrade. Mercedes has signed a two-year deal with Lewis Hamilton and is determined to give full attention to the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
