5. Jenson Button
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| Source: Fanpop |
Jenson Button will be Mclarens' lead driver for the 2013 season following the departure of Lewis Hamilton.
The 2009 World Champion was often the victim of poor reliability last term, suffering from everything from fumbled pit-stops to alternator failure.
Admittedly, Button hopes team principal, Martin Whitmarsh can give him a competitive car this year, he said:
"We'll be working extremely hard during pre-season to ensure we go to the first race with bulletproof reliability."
"Operationally, too, I think we've learned and developed from last year and that will help us run a much smoother and stronger campaign."
"We were extremely strong throughout the whole of the 2012 season but, for one reason or another, we couldn't quite pull it all together to challenge for the championships."
"That's something we want to address for 2013. I've seen just how closely everybody has been working together on this car and I think we've got the basis for a very strong season."
6. Sergio Perez
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| Source: PlanteF1 |
23 year-old Perez, makes the switch from Sauber for the 2013 season with pressure firmly on him.
The Mexican has show flair during his first two seasons in the sport but, at times struggled to maintain consistency. This erratic form has led many to believe he lacks the experience to drive for a front-running team like Mclaren.
The new Mclaren man accepted he faces a difficult season:
"Yes, definitely, the pressure is always there, especially when you are with McLaren, no? The whole world is watching you and you have to deliver in not so much time. They wait for you but yes, the pressure is always there."
"I expect to have a very tough start to the season. It's not going to be an easy one, but its all about consistency, it's all about the nineteen races. It will take me some time to adapt to the team and to the car."
"To so many things, I have to adapt, but I'm sure we're going in the right direction and I think I can do a good job. Yes, I'm very happy to start the season."
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