Toto Wolff Confirms Mercedes’ Commitment to their “Core Belief” With Welcome News

Mercedes have traditionally been associated with the silver color. What’s more, their distinct liveries earned them the moniker of the Silver Arrows.

However, for the 2020 season, the World Champions switched to black livery as a stand against racism and bigotry. They also pledged to build on the diversity on their team.

Mercedes announced the black livery amid global protests around the world in support of racial justice. Lewis Hamilton was the first Formula 1 athlete who campaigned against this social evil.

Toto Wolff confirmed in an interview that Mercedes will be back sporting the black livery in 2021 as well. He said, “It seems: Yes, we will also be driving in black in 2021. The black looks great.”

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Mercedes take a stand

Toto Wolff was reported saying, “Racism and discrimination have no place in our society, our sport or our team: this is a core belief of Mercedes.”

Mercedes have used the platform of Formula One to speak up for respect and equality. They decided to race in black to show their commitment towards a desire to bring in greater diversity within the sport and their team.

Hamilton explained, “We want to build a legacy that goes beyond sport, and if we can be the leaders and can start building more diversity within our own business, it will send such a strong message and give others the confidence to begin a dialogue about how they can implement change.”

Toto Wolff assured, “The topic of anti-racism remains very important to us.” He explained that Mercedes were repainted through Lewis Hamilton as it was very important for him.

“Then I called our paint shop, the Daimler Board of Directors and all sponsors and went back to Lewis to inform him we have a black car. He was excited,” added Toto Wolff.

Meanwhile, Formula One has launched the ‘WeRaceAsOne’ initiative. They have also set up a new task force specifically focused on identifying opportunities for under-represented groups across the sport.

Mercedes have secured the 2020 championship, their 7th world title on the trot, and will be looking to extend their record with yet another win in 2021 in their widely appreciated black livery.