The move could have ramifications for the out-of-contract Button , with Mercedes believed to favor an all-German partnership of Nico Rosberg and Nick Hiedfeld . Mercedes - Benz will head up their own Formula One team from next season . The German car manufacturer holds a 75.1 percent stake in the Auto GP team . As part of the deal , Mercedes relinquish their 40 per cent stake in the F1 team .
Mercedes - Benz will head up their own Formula One team from next season . The German car manufacturer holds a 75.1 percent stake in the Auto GP team . As part of the deal , Mercedes relinquish their 40 per cent stake in the F1 team .