Binotto takes hit at Mercedes: 'Mirrors should have no aero purpose'

The new regulations have brought a lot of changes to Formula 1 cars this season. Teams are therefore trying to find new ways to stay ahead of the competition, although according to Mattia Binotto, Mercedes are not being completely honest.

The German team made an average impression during testing in Barcelona, but it was in Bahrain that they really took a big step forward. With a number of upgrades to the car, the team managed to improve the performance of the W13, although porpoising is still an issue. However, the current side mirrors are the subject of much debate, as Binotto points out in conversation with The Race.

"It’s something for the future that needs to be addressed," the Italian racing team boss revealed. "Already in the past, we said the mirrors should have no aero purpose. They should be there just to look behind and I think the way that they [Mercedes] design the cars has a significant aero purpose in the mirrors."

Mercedes indicated several times in recent days that they are not the favourite to win the first race in Bahrain. Sebastian Vettel contradicted Mercedes, as the driver believes that due to the new regulations it is not possible to make any predictions yet.