Audio: McLaren-Honda gets its first fire-up!

Pump up the Volume! McLaren-Honda just released a short audio of its 2017 challenger on its Twitter account.

It's another landmark moment, although obviously a bit more PR than any sort of achievement to write home about.

Honda has pulled out all the stops this year, with a new power unit based on a bold and "high risk" approach according to motorsport boss Yusuke Hasegawa.

Check out the sound of the V6 turbo hybrid engine.

#MCL32 first fire-up. Plug-in your headphones and turn the volume up LOUD.

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.