Technical analysis: Mercedes W07
Mercedes has mixed evolution with some fresh ideas as it bids to continue its Formula 1 domination. CRAIG SCARBOROUGH evaluates what's new on the W07
After teasing with blurry spy shots from the car's shakedown, Mercedes finally unveiled the detail of the W07, the car which it hopes will bring a third straight Formula 1 championship to the team.
While 2015's W06 was a subtle evolution of the all-conquering 2014 car, the new W07 boasts some more adventurous design ideas - notably the rollhoop, cockpit fins and sidepod shape.
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