The Mercedes GP team remained below expectations last year. Their drivers, Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher were able to fight for victory, something which was identified as a lack of adaptation to Bridgestone tyres.
This complaint was especially formulated by Schumacher who struggled to get working properly narrower front tires. If this season fails so desired success, the excuses of end for Norbert Haug, because all teams start from scratch with the new Pirelli tyres.
"Tires are experiencing the same way for all", Haug told Autosport. "Last year we were able to say we were not able to take full advantage of the tyres, but it wasn't Bridgestone responsibility." "However, to make a forecast, if Schumacher is better with these tyres Pirelli, it is too early".
Although German was drawing their conclusions in tests in Valencia and expressed optimistic with the pneumatic circuit Ricardo Tormo not perceived for the teams as a typical F1 race track.
"Michael has to gain more experience with the new car, but so far looks pretty good," said Haug. According to Mercedes racing Chief pilots have to Excel as usual. "Only the most intelligent, most talented in the best car, coordinated by the best team will be able to prevail", said Haug to TMS.
