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McLaren MP4-27
Vodaphone McLaren-Mercedes is the first of the front-line Formula 1 teams to unveil their challenger for the 2012 season. The Mclaren MP4-27 was showcased at the McLaren Technology Centre and is described as a natural evolution of last year's six-race-winning car although all major systems have received an overhaul.
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McLaren MP4-27
The ugly front nose that has been widely discussed in the media recently is evident in these early pictures that have been released.
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McLaren MP4-27
Naturally, McLaren has detailed very little of the technical expertise, but there are a couple of pieces of information they did share with us. The race car sports a tightly waisted rear bodywork that improves airflow to the rear and it also houses a modified cooling system that re-directs the gearbox oil-cooler.
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McLaren MP4-27
The MP4-27 will be debuted by McLaren youngster Oliver Turvey at an aerodynamic test this weekend, before Jenson Button drives it at the opening of the Jerez test.
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McLaren MP4-27
Check out full details in the long press release below.