This is what will happen to Mercedes’ hated W13 F1 car from 2022

Mercedes’ troubled W13 F1 car will remain in the team’s factory reception as a “symbol of boldness and courage”.
This is what will happen to Mercedes’ hated W13 F1 car from 2022

Mercedes endured a season to forget - by their high standards - winning just one race during the entirety of 2022.

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The German manufacturer’s performance was limited by the bouncing phenomenon, while their aerodynamic concept simply wasn’t at the level of Red Bull or Ferrari.

In the end, Mercedes slumped to their worst campaign since 2012, following a glorious period of success winning eight consecutive constructors’ titles.

Mercedes launched their new challenger - the W14 - on Wednesday, and the team are confident that F1 2023 will not be a repeat.

However, the W14’s predecessor has found a new home at Mercedes’ base in Brackley.

The W13 will remain in the team’s lobby, so any staff or visitors will be able to see it on entry.

George Russell (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W13. Formula 1 Testing, Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, Tuesday.- www.xpbimages.com,
George Russell (GBR) Mercedes AMG F1 W13. Formula 1 Testing, Yas Marina…

Speaking after yesterday’s launch, Wolff told media including Crash.net the reasons for this decision.

“Yeah it’s going to go in the lobby but I’ve changed my approach a bit. I wanted to put it in the lobby as a reminder that you must not rest on your laurels, but I want to place it in the lobby as it is a symbol of boldness for me, and courage. 

“We took a radical design direction last year and we dared, and we failed. So for me that shows a lot about the mindset of the team, in how it is important to cope with success and failure, and I wouldn’t want us to go in any shape or form conservative in the future. 

“I want us to take calculated risks and be bold.”

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