This post was contributed by Henk Ormel, who has been a much beloved member of our community at Wheel Sports and an incredibly insightful eye for feedback on technical matters. This is a phrase you hear a lot during the Japanese GP weekend. Is this statement true? I don’t think so. McLaren was the only team …
The Formula 1 season is known for its relentless development race, where teams are constantly striving to find that extra ounce of speed that can make all the difference. For McLaren, the Singapore Grand Prix weekend brought a series of exciting upgrades, notably on Lando Norris’s car, which played a crucial role in his outstanding …
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Lewis Hamilton, one of the most iconic figures in Formula 1 racing, made a bold move in 2012 that left the world stunned. Hamilton, who had been with the McLaren team since he was a young driver, made the decision to leave the team and join Mercedes, a move that would have far-reaching implications for …
The story of McLaren’s quest for success is one of drama, setbacks, and determination. When Andreas Seidl took over as boss in 2019, he realized that the team’s outdated infrastructure was holding them back compared to their rivals. He pushed for the construction of a new state-of-the-art wind tunnel and simulator, but the COVID-19 pandemic …
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Japanese car manufacturer Honda has recently announced that it is considering a formal return to Formula 1 for the first time since 2021. In 2026, new engine regulations will be introduced, which Honda says is the perfect opportunity to make their comeback in the racing world. The car company’s engines were used by the two …
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When McLaren announced their reunion with Honda in 2013, it was met with widespread excitement and expectations of success. After all, the two giants of motorsports had already enjoyed a fruitful partnership in the late 80s and early 90s, when they dominated Formula One with the likes of Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost. However, the …
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McLaren Racing unveiled its latest car, the MCL60, at a launch event held at its Woking factory on Monday. The team also presented its new lineup, including driver Oscar Piastri, alongside established star Lando Norris, and new team principal Andrea Stella, who takes over following Andreas Seidl’s departure to the Alfa Romeo squad. Prefer to …
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The 2008 Formula One season was one of the most dramatic and unpredictable in the sport’s history. McLaren, a team that had been at the forefront of the sport for decades, found themselves once again at the center of the action, as they battled for the championship in a season that was full of twists …
McLaren and Honda have initiated talks over the possibility of a reunion in the world of Formula 1, as they explore their options for the 2026 engine rules. The two companies had previously collaborated at the start of the V6 turbo-hybrid era, but their relationship was cut short due to performance and reliability issues with …
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Bruce McLaren was a New Zealand-born racing driver and engineer who founded one of the most successful and innovative motorsport teams in history, the McLaren Racing Team. McLaren was not only a talented driver and engineer, but also a visionary who saw the potential for a truly international motorsport brand, one that would eventually become …
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