Formula 1 2012 Preview: Mercedes and Lotus

The 2012 Formula One seasons starts in Melbourne, Australia. This time next week, it will all be over. How are the teams looking ahead of the new season? Here we look at two teams who look like they have well sorted cars. MercedesCan Mercedes go any quicker, or get any closer to Red Bull and McLaren? Last year brought some promise as the team led in China, but they didn't reach the podium all year. For the squad that won the 2009 drivers' and constructors' titles, that's a surprise.Something has been lost, and the team needs to understand why their car isn't as quick as the top two. Balancing budget and results is important in Formula One. Looking at teams like Force India and Lotus, the perception is that if they had another wedge of ...

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