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McLaren passes crash test - teases livery

McLaren's highly-awaited new livery appears to be creating more of a buzz than anything else surrounding the Woking-based outfit, but in the interim, the 2017 car did pass the crash test.

The mandatory procedure was passed without any drama per a tweet by McLaren-Honda racing director Eric Boullier's yesterday.

"After a lot of hard work, I want to say thanks to those who helped us pass the FIA crash tests. Now to get it painted!"

Fans of the legendary F1 team are hoping for a return, or at least partially, of the outfit's original color, Papaya orange.

While we patiently wait until its 2017 challenger is unveiled on February 24, McLaren has joined Force India, Toro Rosso and Haas in teams which have successfully passed the crash tests.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.