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McLaren is escalating efforts with Formula 1 engine partner Mercedes to work out how best to quickly close down Red Bull’s current deployment advantage
McLaren is intensifying efforts with Formula 1 engine partner Mercedes to address Red Bull’s current deployment advantage. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff acknowledged Red Bull’s exceptional performance in the Bahrain test, hinting at a one-second per lap advantage on straights. This observation is supported by data analysis and McLaren’s Lando Norris admits Red Bull is currently ahead. Seeking to bridge the gap, McLaren collaborates with Mercedes to enhance deployment capabilities. McLaren’s technical director, Neil Houldey, praises Red Bull’s power unit and highlights ongoing efforts to close the performance disparity. Improving energy harvesting and deployment strategy is crucial, as well as Mercedes understanding Red Bull’s power management tactics.
