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Mercedes believes a “significant change” in the approach it has taken with its new Formula 1 car can help it avoid a trap it has fallen into in recent years
Mercedes is making a significant change in its approach to the new Formula 1 car to avoid past mistakes. Despite a string of wins in the 2024 F1 season, the team faced challenges with handling and overheating tires. This marks the third frustrating campaign for Mercedes, struggling with ground effect generation. Driver George Russell mentions a different, more disciplined approach with the revised W15. The team aims to be more forward-thinking and systematic to avoid unforeseen issues. The focus is on thorough development and anticipating future problems to drive performance improvements.
