At the Singapore Grand Prix, Mercedes is set to make a striking change. The team, typically known for its silver cars, will temporarily swap its iconic color for a green livery on the W15. This decision is in honor of the fiftieth anniversary of their title sponsor, Petronas.
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A Green Anniversary
Petronas, the Malaysian oil company that has been Mercedes’ title sponsor since 2010, is celebrating a significant milestone this year. As the Singapore Grand Prix is the closest race to the company, Mercedes has chosen to mark this anniversary with a unique color scheme. The green accents can be primarily found on the car’s nose and sidepods, highlighting the partnership in a special way. For more insights into Mercedes’ performance and team dynamics, read about Lewis Hamilton, a key figure in their recent successes.
Mercedes and Petronas: A Successful Partnership
Since Mercedes’ return as a factory team in 2010, Petronas has played a crucial role in the team’s success, which has won eight constructors’ and seven drivers’ titles. “Our relationship with Petronas is the longest and strongest collaboration we have,” team boss Toto Wolff has said. “We share a passion for innovation and performance, which has enabled us to achieve great results.” Among the drivers contributing to these achievements, Lewis Hamilton has been particularly notable, securing several of those drivers’ titles with Mercedes.
