The new Mercedes-AMG ONE - exterior design - fascination and function

The design of the carbon body is inspired by the pinnacle of motorsport. Above all, however, it embodies the Mercedes-AMG principle that fascination is always linked to function. Each component fulfills a task. The mid-engine concept based on a carbon monocoque plus supporting engine/gearbox unit defines the extremely muscular proportions: typically racing, the cockpit is positioned well forward, combined with voluminous wheel arches, a wasp waist and a wide rear end. Designers and aerodynamics experts worked closely together on the design. Even the base body was aerodynamically designed for maximum downforce and balanced balance. With success: The Mercedes-AMG ONE already generates downforce from 50 km/h, which increases with increasing speed