Why 2015 Formula 1 Testing Will Be Most Important to McLaren

The three pre-season Formula One tests will be critically important to all the teams, but McLaren have far more to gain or lose than anyone else. The Woking squad are taking a step into the unknown in 2015. Fernando Alonso has arrived from Ferrari and the exceptional Mercedes engine which powered the team's cars last season has gone. In its place is a barely tested motor from new engine partner Honda. Getting this new and, almost certainly, problematic power unit working will be the first and most important task on McLaren's agenda. Next up will be ensuring their new star driver has a happy start to his McLaren career; that will involve ensuring the chassis itself is up to the job. Financial and aesthetic issues will also need to be address...

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