Mechanics work on the cars of:N°. 22: Hans Herrmann (GER) (Daimler Benz AG), Mercedes-Benz W196 - Mercedes-Benz 2.5 L8 (RET*)N°. 18: Juan Manuel Fangio (ARG) (Daimler Benz AG), Mercedes-Benz W196 - Mercedes-Benz L8 (finished 1st*)* - The W196s ran with the streamlined, full-width bodywork.1954 French Grand Prix, Reims-Gueux