Driven by McLaren Automotive Test Driver Gareth Howell, W1 continues to undergo strenuous dynamic testing as part of our extensive development programme. Engineered to be pushed to its limits, the car is honed across some of the world’s most demanding roads and high-performance circuits - with Silverstone providing the perfect proving ground.
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Silverstone Dynamic Testing McLAREN W1 '1' LEGACY IN MOTION
Silverstone. A circuit etched into history. Now, the McLaren W1 makes its mark at the home of British motorsport.
Driven by McLaren Automotive Test Driver Gareth Howell, W1 continues to undergo strenuous dynamic testing as part of our extensive development programme. Engineered to be pushed to its limits, the car is honed across some of the world's most demanding roads and high-performance circuits - with Silverstone providing the perfect proving ground.
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"At Silverstone, we've been able to further fine-tune the W1's balance. The car's performance and control are simply next level."
Gareth Howell Test Driver
PERFORMANCE IN MOTION, DEFINED BY THE REAL SUPERCAR
This is where the fastest-accelerating road-legal McLaren comes to life. 1,275PS from the all-new MHP-8 V8 hybrid powertrain sent through just the rear wheels. Born from racing and motorsport know-how, every lap round the iconic circuit is a pure demonstration of performance, precision and control.
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The 1275PS McLaren W1 is the fastest-accelerating, fastest-lapping road-legal McLaren in our history. Yet, our engineers have always been insistent that the supercar must balance its world-beating performance with capability in the most challenging conditions on the planet.
Extensive McLaren W1 testing with prototypes in the Arctic was a critical milestone to ensure our new ‘1’ car delivers on that promise.
Optimising the chassis and systems to harness the McLaren W1’s power in Arctic conditions was a priority. Everything from the McLaren W1’s engine and gearbox to the hybrid battery and electric motor was stress-tested in the sub-zero conditions. Even the effect of compacted snow and ice on the cooling system’s vents was rigorously checked.
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- From track monster to snow warrior 🧊🔥 Watching the W1 tear through the Arctic is straight-up surreal. McLaren’s pushing limits—even where roads freeze over.- That feeling when you realize that you’re a little too ahead of yourself in life goals. But having goals can make a world of difference. This video was created for me.
- I live in Northern Michigan and winters get pretty harsh here for those unfamiliar…my grandpa has a McLaren 570 and I know he wouldn’t dream of taking it in the snow😂
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