The anticipation for the upcoming Formula 1 season is building as Mercedes recently teased the W15, sparking speculation about whether the team has addressed Lewis Hamilton’s concerns about the seating position in the new car.
After a challenging season in 2023, Hamilton expressed dissatisfaction with the seating position in the W14, highlighting that the cockpit was too close to the front wheels. He explained that this positioning significantly impacted the car’s handling and his ability to predict its movement, making it one of the worst feelings when driving a car.
Despite Mercedes’ efforts to resolve the issue, team boss Toto Wolff acknowledged that the seating position had been a persistent source of irritation for Hamilton. While Wolff downplayed its technical impact, he emphasized the importance of taking the driver’s feedback seriously.
The unveiling of the W15 is scheduled for 14 February, with Hamilton and George Russell set to test the car at the Silverstone circuit. Subsequently, the W15 will undergo pre-season testing at the Sakhir circuit, marking the beginning of the 2024 Formula 1 preparations.
As fans eagerly await the official debut of the W15, the question remains: has Mercedes successfully addressed Hamilton’s concerns about the seating position, or will it continue to be a point of contention in the upcoming season? Only time will tell as the new car hits the track for testing.
