McLaren advances performance efforts with new Mercedes power unit department

McLaren has established a dedicated internal department aimed at maximizing performance from its Mercedes power unit, according to Technical Director Mark Temple. This initiative arises amid a challenging season hampered by reliability issues for both McLaren and Mercedes. The new team will focus on analyzing track data and simulations to enhance performance under the current technical regulations. Andrea Stella, McLaren's representative, expressed ambitions for a third consecutive Constructors' Championship and acknowledged the importance of effective upgrades as they progress through the season.

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