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McLaren to Unveil “Completely New Car” for Miami GP After F1 Break

Posted : 24 April 2026

McLaren will introduce a significantly upgraded car when Formula One resumes at the Miami Grand Prix in May, according to team principal Andrea Stella. The team plans to debut a heavily revised package following a five-week break in the season.

The update comes after a strong start to the year for engine supplier Mercedes, who have won all three races so far. However, McLaren closed the gap at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri finished second after a safety car period influenced the outcome in favour of Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli.

Stella explained that the Miami and Canadian rounds were always targeted for a major aerodynamic overhaul, but the extended break in April helped the team accelerate development work. He said the timing of the revised calendar allowed McLaren and others to focus more efficiently on upgrades rather than continuous racing.

The April gap in the season came after the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix due to regional conflict, meaning Miami will now serve as the fourth race of the campaign instead of the sixth.

Stella added that McLaren’s updated MCL40 car would debut not only in Miami but also in Canada. He cautioned, however, that most teams are expected to bring upgrades, meaning the competitive order may not shift dramatically, but rather depend on who has made the most effective improvements.

Despite leading the previous two constructors’ championships and winning the drivers’ title last season with Lando Norris, McLaren currently sit third in the standings, 89 points behind Mercedes.

The team also faces limitations in wind tunnel and CFD usage due to regulations linked to championship position. However, chief designer Rob Marshall argued this is not a major disadvantage, stating that a focused approach helps eliminate unnecessary development work and prioritise performance gains.

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