Lewis Hamilton Formula 1 Team History
Lewis Hamilton has driven for two teams in Formula 1: McLaren and Mercedes. He made his debut with McLaren in 2007 and stayed until 2012, then joined Mercedes in 2013 and remained through the 2024 season. His move to Mercedes marked a shift toward a long-term partnership built on consistent performance and technical alignment.
During his McLaren years, Hamilton secured his first World Drivers' Championship in 2008, finishing the season with 98 points. He also recorded 10 race wins and 11 pole positions across 2007-2012. His final season at McLaren saw him finish fifth in the championship with 190 points.
Mercedes Era and Championships
Hamilton joined Mercedes in 2013 and remained with the team through 2024, driving the W04, F1 W05 Hybrid, F1 W06 Hybrid, F1 W07 Hybrid, F1 W08 EQ Power+, F1 W09 EQ Power+, F1 W10 EQ Power+, F1 W11 EQ Performance, F1 W12 E Performance, F1 W13 E Performance, F1 W14 E Performance, F1 W15 E Performance, and F1 W16 E Performance. He won six consecutive World Drivers' Championships from 2014 to 2019 and added a seventh title in 2020.
With Mercedes, Hamilton amassed 182 race wins, 104 pole positions, and 65 fastest laps, establishing himself as the most successful driver in the team's history. He also led the team to eight Constructors' Championships between 2014 and 2021. His race-by-race data and official statistics are documented by Formula 1.
Post-Mercedes Career and Future
Hamilton left Mercedes at the end of 2024 and joined Ferrari for the 2025 season, driving the SF-25. The move was confirmed by Ferrari in early 2025, with Hamilton signing a multi-year contract. He is now part of Ferrari's driver lineup alongside Carlos Sainz.
Hamilton's career totals now include 103 Grand Prix wins, placing him second on the all-time wins list behind Max Verstappen. His 2025 season with Ferrari marks a new chapter, with the team targeting both Drivers' and Constructors' Championships. Details on his 2025 contract and performance targets are covered by Ferrari.