F1 W09 EQ Power+
The Mercedes-AMG F1 W09 EQ Power+, designed for 2018 Formula One World Championship representing fifth consecutive dominant season for Mercedes-Benz works team, features mid-mounted Mercedes-AMG M09 EQ Power+ 1.6-liter turbocharged 90-degree V6 hybrid power unit producing estimated 950 horsepower combined with sophisticated MGU-K kinetic and MGU-H heat energy recovery systems storing up to 4 MJ per lap through lithium-ion battery solution, paired with eight-speed seamless-shift sequential transmission. Advanced technical development featured distinctive long 3,726mm wheelbase creating exceptional aerodynamic stability, increased rake angle from 0.9 to 1.2 degrees optimizing floor performance, and comprehensive aerodynamic package designed by James Allison technical team achieving exceptional downforce levels while maintaining minimum 733 kg weight including driver meeting FIA regulations.
The W09 represents Mercedes engineering excellence driven by Lewis Hamilton securing fifth Drivers Championship with eleven race victories including Spanish, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Singapore, Russian, Japanese, United States, Mexican, and Brazilian Grands Prix, plus Valtteri Bottas achieving four victories creating dominant Constructors Championship performance. Revolutionary technical features include carbon fiber monocoque composite construction with honeycomb core, halo cockpit protection device refined versus initial 2018 implementation, sophisticated double-wishbone suspension utilizing front push-rod and rear pull-rod actuation, and Brembo carbon-ceramic braking system. Engine development featured Petronas fuel partnership creating advanced combustion strategies and lubrication technology enabling reliable 950+ horsepower output throughout 21-race calendar maintaining Mercedes hybrid era power unit supremacy. Aerodynamic philosophy featured complex bargeboard solutions maximizing outwash and underfloor management, sculpted sidepods with aggressive undercuts, and refined rear wing endplate designs creating exceptional cornering speeds approaching 6G lateral forces. The W09 established Mercedes continued dominance accumulating fifteen pole positions demonstrating qualifying pace superiority while securing eleventh consecutive championship double representing unprecedented success throughout modern Formula One hybrid regulations establishing legendary status among most successful Grand Prix racing machines ever developed combining engineering excellence with operational reliability throughout grueling championship calendar.