Inside Mercedes F1: The exclusive, must-read story of one of the most successful Formula 1 Teams

This was a particularly good book, I thought, as a fan of the team. I bought a copy for my friend too. It gives a good perspective on things that would otherwise remain unseen.

very interesting for fans of f1

I just finished reading Inside Mercedes F1 by Matt Whyman, and as a dedicated F1 fan who’s read many books about the sport, this one left a unique impression. The narrative is well-crafted and offers a rare glimpse into the team, but there’s an unexpected tone that permeates the story—a sense of “invisible fear” that might reflect the pressures inside a large corporate entity like Mercedes. Whyman does a great job capturing the complexity of Toto Wolff’s leadership, and Shov, Allison and Dean’s supportive yet demanding role. However, the portrayal of Mercedes sometimes feels like it belongs in a dark sci-fi epic, reminiscent of a corporate empire straight out of Star Wars. Whether this was intentional or an unconscious choice, it hints at the underlying struggles that may have impacted the team’s performance, especially after Hamilton’s loss to Max Verstappen. Overall, it’s a fascinating read with a novelist’s touch that sets it apart from typical F1 books. If you’re looking for an emotional, behind-the-scenes look with a hint of corporate intrigue, this one is worth picking up.

My partner loved this book as he loves F1

Excellent

A decent insight into the workings of a successful F1 team as they pursue wins once more. Don’t expect any startling revelations though. If you’re interested in F1 you might find some bits interesting but I really struggled to get through some chapters.

As a Mercedes AMG F1 fan and a fan of Sir Lewis Hamilton, this book is well read and it’s a great read and well put together. It answers a lot of the negative things we may have read in social media about the team and especially the relationship between Toto and SLH (Sir Lewis Hamilton). Definitely recommend any true fans of Mercedes F1 & SLH to get a copy.

This is not a book about a F1 team, more about the people. Given that, it's an interesting read, not riveting for an F1 fan.