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Mercedes hidden secrets

Let's get right into this, The main talking point of car was the part of the nose that grabs the front wing, which in the new 16’ model seems like only a fraction of a hair is in contact and holding it on, Mercedes revealed it was incredibly difficult to get this part through F1’s deflections test, as is evidently clear through the sheer lack of connecting parts, even with an obvious extra piece welded on to maintain stability and strength. This modification allows for a more advanced airflow distribution method as well as adding minute downforce to the car.     The tuning vanes are another thing Mercedes have re-designed  with six slots added onto the footplate, which...
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