McLaren's new 'predatory' grey livery might be their first significant change in almost two decades, but they weren't always so consistent. We look back at the history of their colour schemes, including two one. The first McLaren crest was designed in 1964 by Michael Turner - a famous motorsport artist and close friend of Bruce McLaren - for the fledgling Bruce McLaren Motor Racing Team.
It centred on a Kiwi, the national symbol of Bruce's homeland, New Zealand. In a more refined era, it's less of a corporate identity and more reflects a coat of arms for a group of gallant racing adventurers. This article embarks on a journey through the rich history of McLaren livery, dissecting its evolution alongside the team's remarkable achievements in motorsport.
We will explore the philosophy behind the color palettes and patterns, highlighting how they resonate with fans and stakeholders alike. Whenever the McLaren name comes up in a conversation, the color papaya orange instantaneously pops up in one's mind. While the team's current color came back in 2018, its actual history dates back to 1968, two years after the team's inception in F1.
Noticing a trend in rivals changing from. McLaren revealed a striking new orange livery on their MCL32 when they launched the 2017 challenger in a jazzy ceremony. But how much have the teams colours changed through the years? Discover the evolution of McLaren F1's iconic papaya orange logo, from Bruce McLaren's 1963 kiwi bird to today's championship speedmark.
Explore design secrets, brand impact, and racing heritage behind motorsport's most recognizable symbol. A team that have had three of the most distinctive identities in F1 history - the original Bruce McLaren papaya orange (brilliantly recreated in recent years), then the long-running Marlboro design, then the gorgeous "Silver Arrows" of West. The chrome liveries of the 2000s weren't bad either, although the less said about the first half.
Zak Brown, Executive Director of McLaren is not a little proud of the orange dress of the McLaren MCL33: "It is not simply an act driven by emotion; this proves that we listen to the fans", many of whom wanted a return to a more "historic" color on the McLaren in Formula 1. But is the "papaya" color really the livery with the most history of the team in F1? Let's check the history. The Evolution of McLaren's Signature Color McLaren's association with the vibrant shade of orange is a story as rich as its racing legacy.
Over the decades, the team has embraced various shades of orange, each leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Back to the future McLaren say the livery on their 2017 challenger, the MCL32, "blends old-school McLaren history with contemporary thinking on vehicle livery design". The question is, will the new car become a regular frontrunner - and even a race winner - like the team's orange-accented cars of the past?