The new Mercedes W15 features a novel built-in adjustment of its front suspension. A big panel on the chassis around where the rearward upper wishbone attaches is the giveaway that the amount of anti-dive in the suspension geometry can be changed quite radically.
This was confirmed on the last day of pre-season testing when the team ran with that wishbone in a much lower position, greatly increasing its anti-dive. It was back in the conventional position for the race weekend in Bahrain, but even that position still gives the suspension a significant angle of anti-dive.
Next Up
Related Articles
Norris rues ‘pretty bad day’ after FP2 issues in Japan
Hamilton offers verdict on Japan Friday practice performance
Ride onboard with Piastri as McLaren man sets the pace in Japan
Watch FP2 highlights from Japan as Piastri leads Mercedes duo
Leclerc hoping to put Mercedes under pressure in Japan
Verstappen not expecting ‘miracles’ for Red Bull in Japan


