Allison Optimistic About Mercedes: Seeing Significant Improvements Compared to Last Year
Mercedes technical director James Allison spoke of his optimism about the team after pre-season testing in Bahrain. Although Mercedes currently does not have the fastest car in F1, Allison emphasized that there has been a significant improvement compared to last year.Speaking about the three-day test, Allison highlighted the productivity of the team’s comprehensive program.
He indicated that he is focusing on fine-tuning the setup, which will be difficult to iron out once the season begins. Comparing to the previous year, he said: “This time last year we were in a world of suffering. Of course we are not in the top car now, but we are honest and courteous enough to maintain a decent pace. You have the right one.” Long race.
”Although it was not the fastest car, drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell were more than satisfied with the car’s performance during testing.Mercedes faced a huge challenge in 2023, with their first winless season since 2011.
“The main focus was to improve on the unpredictable rear axle of our previous car, which drivers often described as ‘grumpy.’ We worked to create a car that gives comfort to the driver. “Allison explained.He also highlighted other areas of focus, including reducing the car’s drag, improving cornering performance, and improvements in areas such as DRS effectiveness and pitstop performance.Alisson expressed confidence that Mercedes had achieved the goals it had set. However, he admitted that the actual evaluation will take place during pre-season testing in Bahrain.
With the W15’s new chassis, the team expects aerodynamics to work in tandem with critical floor space, which is important in today’s era of ground effects.”F1 is a relative game. Only time will tell if we work hard to be competitive. We don’t know what other teams have done,” said Alisson, adding that in 2024 We are cautiously optimistic about Mercedes’ competitiveness in the F1 season.
Fans can look forward to seeing W15’s true performance when the season begins and are confident the team is on the right track to meet the challenges ahead.
