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McLaren upgrades preview 2027 car at Las Vegas

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McLaren introduced a major aerodynamic package at the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, including a new front wing concept destined for its 2027 car, plus rear wing, beam wing and floor changes. A redesigned floor arrives for Las Vegas to enhance predictability and supply data for next year's design.

McLaren package targets immediate gains and 2027 data

McLaren brought a four-part aerodynamic upgrade to the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix. The package comprised a completely new front wing, a new rear wing assembly, a new beam wing and floor modifications.[1][2]

The front wing represented a concept design intended for the 2027 season. McLaren stated the revisions aimed to improve airflow management and overall aerodynamic performance while feeding development insights into the next car.[1][2]

Las Vegas floor update follows Brazil testing

McLaren plans a redesigned floor for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The update seeks to improve car predictability and deliver additional real-world data for the 2027 chassis.[3][4]

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  1. [1]McLaren reveals major upgrade package for Brazil GP (crash). Accessed 2026-11-10.
  2. [2]McLaren alone in bringing upgrades to F1 Brazilian GP (planetf1). Accessed 2026-11-10.
  3. [3]McLaren's 2027-spec front wing is making its F1 car more predictable (motorsport). Accessed 2026-11-10.
  4. [4]McLaren's Brazil Upgrade Offers 2027 Car Clues (autoracing1). Accessed 2026-11-10.
Published 10 Nov 2026, 16:49 UTC