Mercedes engine chief Andy Cowell has warned against writing off Honda based on last year's performances, saying Ferrari's recovery is proof that great strides can be made. The introduction of the 1.6-litre turbocharged V6 engine in 2014 saw Mercedes come to the fore, winning back-to-back championship doubles. But while Ferrari were woefully off the pace in the first season, the Scuderia fought back the following year as they used their development tokens to close the gap to Mercedes. This year Ferrari are again expected to make inroads while Cowell has warned that Honda, who power McLaren and managed just 27 points last season to finish P9 in the championship, could also enter the fray....
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