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After two years of underachievement by its own lofty standards, is 2024 the year Mercedes turns it around and gets back to its pre-ground effect regulations winning ways? Here’s Gary Anderson’s initial verdict on its W15
2024 could be the year Mercedes bounces back to its winning ways under the leadership of James Allison, who returns as technical director to bring stability to the team. However, they must recognize and address the root of their issues, such as prioritizing peak downforce over driver-friendly downforce, leading to inconsistent performance. Mercedes may have learned from their past struggles, as seen in adjustments like moving Lewis Hamilton’s seating position and redesigning the front wing for better performance. The detailed analysis of the front wing changes aligns with the strict regulations outlined for aerodynamic components in Formula 1. Despite challenges, Mercedes seems focused on making necessary changes to improve their competitiveness in the upcoming season.
