McLaren Reveal Photos of Stunning MP4-X Formula 1 Concept Car

McLaren have given Formula One fans what could be a glimpse of the future, courtesy of the MP4-X concept car.

The breathtaking photos show a slick black design and closed cockpit, hinting at a future response to a number of recent deaths in motorsport. 

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What do you think about McLaren's MP4-X concept #F1 car? Full story here: https://t.co/m09ehbCU0G pic.twitter.com/WPhXJpOdGL

— AUTOSPORT (@autosport) December 3, 2015"

McLaren say (via ESPN.co.uk) the car would have a "new approach to the internal combustion engine" and "thin batteries," as well as solar panels to provide additional power.

What's more, the shape-shifting bodywork would feature digital billboards that tailor advertising depending on the audience. 

McLaren aren't the first manufacturer to design a concept car, however, as rivals Red Bull were quick to remind them:

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Hey @McLarenF1, you're five years too late 😉 #X2010 pic.twitter.com/tD5VMB9NuC

— Red Bull Motorsports (@redbullmotors) December 3, 2015"

The future can't come soon enough.

[h/t ESPN.co.uk]