Four ground-effect era errors Mercedes can’t repeat in 2026

Mercedes is tipped by many to be back on top in Formula 1 for the start of the new regulations era in 2026. Its illustrious history, the quality of its personnel, top-notch facilities and its spectacular success last time the engine regulations were overhauled in 2014 all arguably support that suggestion. However, there are also doubts given Mercedes failed to conquer the ground-effect regulations of 2022 to 2025. And it’s only by avoiding the mistakes that blighted the past four years, when it was only the fourth-most-successful team in terms of results - yes, even worse than Ferrari - that it can live up to its prodigious potential. 00:00 Mercedes mistakes 02:07 Mistake 1 03:50 Mistake 2 06:35 Mistake 3 08:51 Mistake 4 Published: 2026-01-02
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