McLaren's future soon known?

McLaren could reveal its plans for the 2018 season in the coming days. The Woking team seems about to change strategy by studying several options in the event of find a new engine manufacturer for the next season, the Honda Power Unit does not meet the expectations of the British structure.

“This is an important week for McLaren who have important decisions to make. I hope we will know more before Singapore (September 17) and can comment on it.", has indicated Fernando Alonso on Sky Sports F1.

The choices made by McLaren could also influence Fernando Alonso's decision for next year. If the Asturian has not yet turned his back on the British team, he admits that he is considering other options for the rest of his career while only Stoffel Vandoorne has been confirmed for next year.

“There is always important news. The announcement (on Saturday) concerning the LMP1 regulations (At WEC) is important. The new aero kit in IndyCar is important. The extension of the contract between Andretti and Honda is important. McLaren's engine choice (for 2018) is important. We know that Red Bull has scored 5 or 6 consecutive podiums and what their engine can do. We can also see the potential of the engine Mercedes with Force India this season and with Williams (last Saturday) whenthey won the first line (With Lance stroll). "

McLaren staff confirmed in the Italian GP paddock that the Woking team would have to make a decision before the next meeting of the F1 in Singapore.

Discover the full report and analysis of the Italian Grand Prix, produced by our special correspondents in Monza, in issue 2130 of AUTOhebdo, available from Monday evening in digital version, and from this Wednesday on newsstands.