Cape Town - Mercedes have announced the date on which they will launch their W09, opting for the same day as Ferrari - Thursday, February 22.
With pre-season testing scheduled to begin at the Barcelona circuit on Monday, February 26, Formula One fans can expect a busy week in the build-up.
2018 F1 launch dates so far:
Mercedes: February 22
Ferrari: February 22
McLaren: February 23
Toro Rosso: February 25
The clock is ticking... Our 2018 Silver Arrow will be officially unveiled on 22 February @SilverstoneUK! ?? https://t.co/uxmClZYe67 #W09Countdown pic.twitter.com/wAuJ9uMAqQ
— Mercedes-AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) January 18, 2018