Mercedes Announces Unexpected Driver Screening Program In a surprising move, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team has announced the launch of a driver screening initiative, set to begin early next year. This decision signals a strategic shift in the team’s approach to talent acquisition and development as they prepare for the 2025 Formula One season. The screening process, which is scheduled to commence on January 15, 2025, will evaluate both established drivers and emerging talents. This announcement follows Mercedes’ recent confirmation of its 2025 lineup, including 18-year-old Italian…