MCL39 on Thursday, but in a camouflaged livery. Why are F1 teams introducing their cars in temporary colour schemes?

Teams are not permitted by Formula 1 to show their full 2025 liveries until the grand event on Feb. 18 at London’s 02 Arena

McLaren have become the first team to launch their 2025 car ahead of the new F1 season – with the MCL39 sporting a special camouflage livery design at Silverstone. The papaya-clad outfit claimed their first constructors’ world title in 26 years last year,

Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri get behind the wheel of the new McLaren MCL39 as the reigning constructors' champions are the first to reveal their car for the new season.

McLaren Formula 1 fans were treated to images of the team’s 2025 challenger, complete with a striking camouflage livery, as the team put the MCL39 through a filming session at historic Silverstone Circuit on Thursday. However, if those fans were hoping that was the team’s official look for the 2025 season, they are in for a bit of disappointment.

Last year’s constructors’ champion squad shows off its MCL39 challenger in a one-off colour scheme with a promotional filming day and season launch at Silverstone

McLaren Formula 1 team have revealed a major change ahead of the 2025 season opener. This year's championship will open with the Australian Grand Prix weekend on March 14-16, with the papaya outfit hoping to get a good result straight out of the gate following their 2024 championship success.