: Throughout the 16-race season, the MP4/13 claimed 9 wins (8 for Häkkinen, 1 for Coulthard) and 12 pole positions.
Designed by the legendary , the MP4/13 was a masterpiece of aerodynamic efficiency and engineering. It was the first McLaren designed from the ground up by Newey after his move from Williams, and it immediately set the pace for the 1998 season.
The MP4/13 is synonymous with first World Championship. The season was a titanic battle between Häkkinen and Ferrari's Michael Schumacher.