McLaren faces an unprecedented amount of work to prepare for the new rules in Formula 1 this season, according to team principal Andrea Stella. The F1 championship's biggest regulation change is taking place, with teams having to adapt to new cars, engines, fuel, and tires.
Stella stated that the sheer volume of redesigning that took place over the last 20 months at McLaren has been comparable to a major car project. As a result, the team won't be able to test their new car on day one of the first pre-season test in Spain due to the substantial work they've put into it.
The F1 season is anticipated to bring a great deal of change for competitors as the rules are being modified to improve racing and enhance spectator engagement. The emphasis will now be placed on managing energy throughout each lap, giving drivers more control over how their cars react to different situations.
Stella emphasized that while McLaren won't take part in the first day's testing, they plan to start running on day two or three at Barcelona-Catalunya. The team wants as much time as possible for development and is hoping to gain an edge by doing so.
The upcoming season will undoubtedly present its own set of challenges for teams like McLaren, as the new regulations are expected to have a significant impact on racing dynamics. Nevertheless, with their experience and expertise, they seem well-equipped to handle whatever changes come their way.
Stella stated that the sheer volume of redesigning that took place over the last 20 months at McLaren has been comparable to a major car project. As a result, the team won't be able to test their new car on day one of the first pre-season test in Spain due to the substantial work they've put into it.
The F1 season is anticipated to bring a great deal of change for competitors as the rules are being modified to improve racing and enhance spectator engagement. The emphasis will now be placed on managing energy throughout each lap, giving drivers more control over how their cars react to different situations.
Stella emphasized that while McLaren won't take part in the first day's testing, they plan to start running on day two or three at Barcelona-Catalunya. The team wants as much time as possible for development and is hoping to gain an edge by doing so.
The upcoming season will undoubtedly present its own set of challenges for teams like McLaren, as the new regulations are expected to have a significant impact on racing dynamics. Nevertheless, with their experience and expertise, they seem well-equipped to handle whatever changes come their way.