Mercedes set to add major horsepower increase to engine

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Lewis Hamilton and George Russell’s team unveiled their W14 challenger, the first big step as they attempt to end Red Bull’s dominance.

Mercedes will add “10 horsepower”, Formu1a.uno report, after opting not to abandon the “zeropod” concept.

The aerodynamic philosophy has largely stayed - with the radiators positioned internally to decrease the exposed surface.

Staff at Brackley reportedly put in extra shifts to compensate for delays in getting the W14 ready. 

Some parts were produced late in the factory because modifications were made.

Power units are expected to be better across the entire F1 grid, however.

The black look on the W14 is due to an attempt to reduce its overall weight.

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