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Mercedes F1 Struggles In Saudi Arabian GP With 6th And 9th Finishes

Giancarlo Perlas March 10, 2024

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix proved to be a tough test for the Mercedes F1 team as both George Russell and Lewis Hamilton faced an uphill battle on the Jeddah street circuit. The team’s performance left much to be desired with their respective finishes at the 6th and 9th spots. Tough Start for Mercedes Duo The race commenced with George Russell starting in the 7th position and Lewis Hamilton in the 8th, equipped with Medium tires. However, their hopes of gaining ground off the line were dashed as an early Safety Car prompted an unexpected pit stop for several drivers, altering the strategic landscape. Despite their efforts, neither driver could… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 Finishes 5th And 7th At The Bahrain GP

Giancarlo Perlas March 3, 2024

The 2024 Formula 1 season kicked off with yet another major win for Red Bull with a one-two finish. Despite displaying a promising showing during the start of the practices and a P3 advantage in the qualifying, Mercedes F1 finished the first race of the year in the 5th and 7th places. Performance of Mercedes F1 in Bahrain George Russell failed to optimize his P3 start as he fell to the 5th rank at the conclusion of the Bahrain Grand Prix. Meanwhile, the seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton who launched off from P9 managed to bag 7th. Mercedes-AMG Petronas blamed the underperformance of the drivers to overheating issues within both… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 Aims For Net Zero Carbon Emissions By 2040

Giancarlo Perlas February 8, 2024

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team just expressed its support to help build a more sustainable future by signing The Climate Pledge. This makes it the first motorsport team to join prestigious companies that have vowed to reach Net Zero carbon emissions on the way to 2040. What is The Climate Pledge? The Climate Pledge was co-founded by Global Optimism and Amazon in 2019. It now has 465 companies from 41 countries among its signatories. The pledge aligns with the goals agreed upon in the Paris Agreement. However, instead of the deadline set by the cooperation in 2050, it advances it by a decade to 2040. Signing the agreement reflects the three-pointer… Continue Reading »

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Is Mercedes F1’s Lewis Hamilton Making A Switch To Ferrari?

Giancarlo Perlas February 1, 2024

Last year, rumors started circulating of the potential switch of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari following a tedious contract negotiation between him and Mercedes F1. These were immediately quelled by the veteran driver and the revelation of his two-year contract extension with his present team. However, the racing world is once again abuzz with the same news, and this time, it might be true. According to Sky Sports, Hamilton will be replacing Carlos Sainz Jr. by next year. This comes amid the seven-time champion’s current contract with Mercedes, which will run until the end of 2025. The source claimed the employees at the Brackley facility of the group were already informed… Continue Reading »

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Lewis Hamilton Talks About 8th Title Quest And A Potential Sabbatical

Giancarlo Perlas January 28, 2024

Lewis Hamilton is gearing up for the 2024 season with his sights aimed at capturing his eighth Formula 1 world title and securing his status as the greatest in the sport’s history. Despite facing challenges in recent seasons and not winning in the last 45 races, the veteran driver remains hopeful about his chances. In a recent interview with Formula 1 Magazine, the seven-time F1 champion not only shared his thoughts on the upcoming season but also hinted at the possibility of taking a break after clinching his coveted eighth reign. Chasing Victory Hamilton’s rivalry with Max Verstappen has been a focal point in F1 since their intense battle for… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 Revs Up Road For Redemption With The W15

Giancarlo Perlas January 28, 2024

Mercedes F1 CEO Toto Wolff guardedly voiced out in an interview his hope that the team is on the right track with their redesigned W15 race car. He believes the overhaul would signal his team’s potential comeback after two challenging seasons in Formula 1. The statements come amidst positive feedback from simulator driver Anthony Davidson, providing a spark of optimism for the Silver Arrows as they gear up for the 2024 F1 season. Simulator Success and the Two-Year Struggle Wolff’s optimism is anchored on the feedback of Anthony Davidson, who, after testing the car in the simulator, conveyed, “The car feels like a car for the first time in two… Continue Reading »

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January: The Busiest Month Of The Year In Mercedes F1

Giancarlo Perlas January 27, 2024

January signifies much more than the beginning of a new year in Formula One, especially for teams such as Mercedes F1. This month is characterized by a wide array of activity in the Brackley and Brixworth facilities, a stark contrast to the high-octane scenes typically associated with the race tracks. As teams gear up for the forthcoming racing season, the work undertaken during the start of the year is crucial in forming the cars that will later take to the tracks for competition. A Race Against Time: Finalizing Designs and Manufacturing The journey from concept to racetrack begins as the year ends. In the transition from December to January, Mercedes’… Continue Reading »

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