Mercedes set to introduce major upgrades at Malaysia F1 Grand Prix
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Mercedes has announced its forthcoming major upgrade for the Formula 1 car, to debut at the upcoming Grand Prix in Malaysia. The team currently leads the 2026 championship by 145 points over Ferrari. Despite its strong position, Mercedes has not made significant upgrades since the Montreal race in May. The focus on the Malaysia event suggests an intent to improve positioning for pole after previous minor upgrades.
- •Mercedes confirms major upgrades for the Malaysia Grand Prix.
- •Team leads the 2026 championship with a 145-point gap over Ferrari.
- •Last significant upgrade package was in Montreal in May.
- •Focus on the Malaysia race indicates intent to compete for pole position.
- 8:05 AMAutosport — Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
- 8:05 AMMotorsport.com — Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
"Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole. The Silver Arrows is the runaway leader of the 2026 championship with a 145-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari, despite its last major upgrade package being Montreal in May. Mercedes has instead preferred to fit minor ...Keep reading
"Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole. The Silver Arrows is the runaway leader of the 2026 championship with a 145-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari, despite its last major upgrade package being Montreal in May. Mercedes has instead preferred to fit minor ...Keep reading
"The Silver Arrows took pole for each of the opening 10 rounds of F1 2026, but has not taken any in the four since
Sources
External links- AutosportSep 19, 2026, 8:05 AMMercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole. The Silver Arrows is the runaway leader of the 2026 championship with a 145-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari, despite its last major upgrade package being Montreal in May. Mercedes has instead preferred to fit minor ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comSep 19, 2026, 8:05 AMMercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole. The Silver Arrows is the runaway leader of the 2026 championship with a 145-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari, despite its last major upgrade package being Montreal in May. Mercedes has instead preferred to fit minor ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 8:05 AMMercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades
The Silver Arrows took pole for each of the opening 10 rounds of F1 2026, but has not taken any in the four since
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