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Mercedes Analyzes the Problems in Hungaroring

Giancarlo Perlas August 13, 2015

toto wolff

After a disappointing performance at the Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix, Mercedes-AMG Petronas conducted a thorough analysis of the event to determine its flaws.

It should be noted that none of the team’s drivers even managed to land on the podium at the conclusion of the race. The best position they snatched was the sixth place through Lewis Hamilton while Nico Rosberg fell on the eighth. It was certainly a very unusual situation for Mercedes.

According to the interview of Toto Wolff with Autosport, he identified several angles that have contributed to their worst performance so far this F1 season. The motorsport director of Mercedes revealed the following observations:

Right Side of the Track Not Moving

Wolff said that the factor was a mere circumstance. The right side of the grid did not see much movement at the beginning compared to the side of the P3 and P5 grids occupied by Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen, respectively.

Aborted Start

Based on Wolff, one element that has likely resulted to the upsetting loss of Mercedes was the aborted start. The delay caused the clutch of Hamilton to overheat at the beginning.

Other Factors

The boss of Mercedes F1 team was also apprehensive in connection to the new clutch-start rules implemented by the sporting body. It should be recalled that the drivers of the group earlier predicted that the new regulation would make the races more unpredictable, but it could be a cause of disaster too.

Wolff stated that the new rule on the clutch is taking the sport a step backwards when it comes to technology, but it sure does bring in more entertainment and variability to the sport.

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Giancarlo Perlas

Giancarlo Perlas is an economist by profession with a career spanning nearly two decades. His professional journey has seen him assume vital roles in various government and private organizations, particularly in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Alongside his civic and corporate pursuits is his love for cars, particularly those made by Mercedes-Benz. In 2012, he found himself with like-minded individuals within BenzInsider. From then on, he used the platform as a way to share his passion with the automotive community. Follow his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/benzinsider, X (formerly Twitter) @giancarloperlas, and IG @benzinsider. View all posts by Giancarlo Perlas →

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