# McLaren tests 2027 F1 concepts with 2026 upgrades

> McLaren uses final 2026 F1 upgrades to test 2027 car concepts.
- Title: McLaren tests 2027 F1 concepts with 2026 upgrades · Motorsport
- Summary: McLaren uses final 2026 F1 upgrades to test 2027 car concepts. McLaren will test 2027 F1 car concepts using its last 2026 upgrades to prepare for next year's…
- Keywords: mclaren, 2026, 2027, aerodynamics, formula 1, sports, cars, tests, concepts, upgrades, Motorsport
- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/mclaren-to-use-final-2026-developments-to-test-2027-f1-car-concepts/10866094
- Author: Haydn Cobb
- Published: 2026-10-19T16:11:26+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mclaren, f1, 2026, 2027, aerodynamics, formula 1, sports, cars
## McLaren's 2026 upgrades
McLaren's late-season upgrades will test 2027 F1 car concepts.
## Upgrades for 2026 races
Upgrades delivered across Austin, Mexico City and Sao Paulo races.
## Stella on upgrades
Stella says upgrades aim to fill gap to best cars and test 2027 concepts.
## Aerodynamic testing
Team tests aerodynamic concepts for 2027 car after two years of development.
## Championship focus
McLaren aims to defend third place from Red Bull in 2026 championship.
## 2027 car preparation
McLaren tests 2027 car concepts to catch Ferrari in 2026 championship.
## Key takeaway

McLaren will test 2027 F1 car concepts using its last 2026 upgrades to prepare for next year's race car.