And the Mercedes W13 was born

If Red Bull had been content to only reveal a livery by presenting a showcar, Mercedes for its part did not go into detail. After having made an appointment for this February 18, the German team has lifted the veil on its future and above all true car : the W13!

First information and not the least, Mercedes is making a comeback to its traditional silver color after two seasons wearing a black dress for the fight against racism. Eight-time reigning world champion among Manufacturers, the German team is seeking to regain the Drivers' title with this W13 after having lost it to the detriment of Red Bull et Max Verstappen.

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To carry out this mission, Lewis Hamilton, who is aiming for an 8th world crown, will be supported by his new teammate and replacement Valtteri Bottas gone to Alfa Romeo, the young George Russell. “ I couldn't have asked for a better line-up », even admitted Toto wolff very happy to be able to count on the two Englishmen for this new campaign.

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On the technical side, the small waves introduced by Mercedes on the floor of the W12 last year are also present on this W13 which already seems well developed. Another small detail, deflectors are already mounted on the latest creation from the Brackley workshops. At the rear, a small dorsal appears on the engine cover.

The Mercedes W13 was presented alongside Toto Wolff, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. ©Mercedes

Presented this Friday morning, the W13 will be on the tarmac at Silverstone this afternoon where George Russell and Lewis Hamilton will have the opportunity to try it for the first time for real.