Mercedes, despite a lackluster start to the 2024 season, stated that they are on the right path in the development of the W15. The team principal, Toto Wolff, said they have identified areas that need improvement and are working on updates for the car during the season. Recognizing the need for caution to avoid setbacks, Wolff expressed confidence in the team’s progress.
Wolff also acknowledged the progress made by McLaren and Ferrari since last season. He noted McLaren’s significant progress race after race and their promising car concept in 2023. Similarly, Mercedes has been making progress step by step, just like the Scuderia.
Currently, Mercedes is in fourth place in the standings, behind McLaren in third. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have struggled to reach the podium this season, with Hamilton even calling it his worst start in Formula 1. However, Wolff assured that the team will bring updates in the upcoming races.
In fact, Mercedes plans to introduce a package of updates for the next race in Canada to further enhance the concept of the W15 car. Additionally, they have more updates in store for the future. The team’s hopes of winning a race this season heavily depend on the success of these updates throughout the season. Wolff especially wants Hamilton to end his win drought before his supposed move to Ferrari next year. However, it remains to be seen if Mercedes can turn their luck around in the remaining races of 2024.
