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When McLaren first introduced its 2024 Formula 1 car we all wondered if it was real or a well-dressed-up render. Now there’s nowhere to hide in Bahrain, what has it actually changed? Here’s what Gary Anderson’s noticed
When McLaren first introduced its 2024 Formula 1 car, there was speculation about whether it was a real car or just a well-designed render. The team was meticulous in editing its images and selecting angles to conceal key details, leaving much of the floor edges and sidepod inlets obscured. However, with the MCL38 now on the track in Bahrain, comparisons to last year’s car reveal some interesting differences. The front wing and nose assembly appear largely unchanged, suggesting a potential gradual development approach. Notable changes include a deeper and narrower radiator inlet, deviating from the Red Bull-style design from last year. Overall, McLaren’s new car design reveals both subtle tweaks and potentially significant departures from the previous model.
