Why the differences between the Mercedes and McLaren F1 gearboxes matter

Times change quickly. In recent years, there had been extensive discussion about making the gearbox a standard component for all teams to reduce costs, as it was increasingly viewed as no longer being a decisive performance factor in Formula 1. Yet, with the 2026 regulation overhaul, the gearbox once again became a central aspect of car design.<br>The clearest example is the contrast between ...<a class='more' href='https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/mclaren-versus-mercedes-f1-gearbox/10826028/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=RSS-F1&utm_term=News&utm_content=uk'>Keep reading</a>