Watch the world champions reveal their new car; First pictures of the W08 emerge from morning 'shakedown'
Thursday 23 February 2017 14:53, UK
Enjoy a close look at the Mercedes W08 as the world champions and Lewis Hamilton launch their new 2017 car at Silverstone.
The full unveiling was shown live on Sky Sports News HQ and streamed on the Sky Sports F1 Digital platforms.
Mercedes reveal 'powerful beast' the W08
Prior to the launch, pictures of the W08 being taken for a 'shakedown' drive around the Silverstone circuit by Lewis Hamilton had already revealed a sleek-looking car without the unpopular 'fin' that has featured on most of the 2017 contenders.
The W08 is the first car the team have produced in the wake of technical director Paddy Lowe's departure this winter but, after three successive title doubles, few will be betting against it being the car to beat in 2017.
2017 CAR LAUNCHES
Friday February 17: Williams FW40, Online preview
Monday February 20: Sauber C36
Tuesday February 21: Renault RS17, London
Wednesday February 22: Force India VJM10
Thursday February 23: Mercedes W08
Friday February 24: Ferrari, Fiorano and McLaren MCL32, Woking - Live on Sky Sports
Sunday February 26: Red Bull RB13, Online; Haas, Online; Toro Rosso STR12, Barcelona
The first F1 pre-season test starts on Monday February 27 and the Sky Sports F1 Digital team will be providing live commentary from dawn until dusk on all four days while Sky Sports News HQ will also deliver live updates from trackside.
