It was generally believed in the F1 paddock at the time that the 018 with its sleek aerodynamics was one of the fastest of the new 3.5L cars in a straight line, despite running the underpowered customer DFR engine.[citation needed]
1990
The 018 was replaced after two races of the 1990 Formula One season by the first of the "high-nose" cars in Formula One, the Tyrrell 019.
During its debut, the 018 was painted in a dark blue livery. Starting from the French Grand Prix, the yellow accents were added, courtesy of the cigarette brand Camel. The team gained several minor sponsors during the season progressed including Autobacs.
1990
For 1990, the livery was changed to a white and dark blue colour. The Camel sponsorship were eventually dropped. This livery would be carried over by its successor.