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Low-downforce wings headline F1 Italian GP updates

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Formula 1 teams have detailed their low-drag aerodynamic set-ups for this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, in line with the traditional approach to the high-speed Monza... read more »

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TECH REVIEW: How has McLaren's downforce level reveal their competitive advantage?

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Following a three-week summer break, Zandvoort plays host to Round 15 this weekend. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo analyses the aerodynamic configurations teams... read more »

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FIA releases statement in response to 'baseless and untrue' allegations made by GPDA chairman

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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The FIA has issued a strong rebuttal to recent claims made by GPDA chairman and former F1 driver Alex Wurz regarding alleged aerodynamic modifications in karting. The post FIA... read more »

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Vowles is sure that "overtaking will not be hindered" in 2026

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Despite an all-new aerodynamic concept and a heavily-revamped engine formula in 2026, Williams team boss James Vowles is sure that "overtaking will not be hindered"... read more »

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No more major upgrades for Mercedes in the remainder of the season

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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On the back of a run of tough races during the European leg of the season, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff admitted that the Brackley-based outfit will not bring any major... read more »

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Aston Martin explains how the 2026 rules will change the aerodynamics

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Ahead of the arrival of the all-new technical regulation in 2026, Aston Martin's Executive Director Bob Bell has explained how the new rules will impact the aerodynamic... read more »

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Where McLaren has massively ‘impressed’ Williams in F1 2025

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Williams boss James Vowles admitted he is impressed by how McLaren has managed to dominate in F1, despite the team's aerodynamic testing restrictions. The post Where... read more »

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The theory behind McLaren's stronger update correlation versus its F1 rivals

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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One of the foundations of McLaren's successes in Formula 1 over the past two years has been in the team's in-season development of its cars, following its immediate... read more »

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Why Williams hasn’t felt impact of recent F1 aerodynamic testing time reduction

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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Williams boss James Vowels has explained how the team's strong package this year has staved off a drop in performance amid F1's aerodynamic testing reset. The post... read more »

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TECH CORNER: What aerodynamic level are the top teams set to run at the Hungaroring?

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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As teams rolled out their aerodynamic pacakges for this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix, it has emerged that the four leading teams are set to run a similar rear wing at... read more »

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Red Bull are not "begging for rain, but had to increase our downforce significantly," ...

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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On the back of a strong weekend so far at Spa-Francorchamps, new Red Bull team boss Laurent Mekies revealed that the Milton Keynes-based outfit was forced to make changes to... read more »

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TELEMETRY: How did the different aerodynamic configuration impact the fight for pole position?

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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McLaren's Oscar Piastri dominated Friday's sprint qualifying to secure the best starting position on the grid, whilst reigning champion Max Verstappen ended up... read more »

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TECHNICAL: Red Bull and Mercedes with the least loaded rear wings at Spa

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Red Bull have elected to use an ambitious aerodynamic configuration, running the least loaded rear wing among the leading four F1 teams. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs... read more »

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F1 Belgian GP: Piastri leads Verstappen and Norris in sole Spa practice

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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McLaren's championship leader Oscar Piastri has set the fastest time in Friday's sole free practice session for Formula 1's Belgian Grand Prix.Piastri set his... read more »

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Why Alonso claims there's no downside to testing F1 car upgrades during a sprint weekend

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Only in Hollywood hokum such as the frequently absurd F1 movie is it possible to add a couple of new aerodynamic elements to a car and transform it from also-ran to winner. In... read more »

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Racing Bulls, Aston Martin bring last "big" upgrades to F1 Belgian GP

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Racing Bulls and Aston Martin are among the Formula 1 teams bringing aerodynamic updates to this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix at Spa as both squads aim to gain a firm... read more »

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Which teams will benefit from revised F1 aero testing allocation?  

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 492 views )

With half of the F1 season over, aerodynamic testing restrictions have been reset, with teams lower in the Constructors' table now afforded more time. The post Which teams... read more »

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The winners and losers from F1's aerodynamic testing reset  

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 672 views )

Alpine may be languishing at the bottom of the standings and ruing its worst start to a Formula 1 season in years, but the team could be about to get a boost as F1 has recently... read more »

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McLaren bolsters MCL39 with revised floor at F1 British GP

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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McLaren has introduced a “complete floor” revision for this weekend’s Formula 1 British Grand Prix, leading a raft of upgrades across the grid. The Woking-based squad has... read more »

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Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes and Red Bull F1 upgrades in Austria uncovered

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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The leading four teams in the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship have confirmed the arrival of upgrades for this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix. Title-leaders McLaren has... read more »

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Mercedes reveal how stiffer front wing affect aerodynamic balance

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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On the back of the introduction of more severe front wing load tests, Mercedes' technical director James Allison stated that the stiffer front wings will make the car more... read more »

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Racing Bulls to use AI technology to optimize aerodynamic performance

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Formula One's Faenza-based F1 outfit, the Racing Bulls have announced that they will use AI technology to optimize aerodynamic performance of their F1 cars. read more »

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Williams reveals impact of the stricter front wing load test

about 1 year ago

from: F1Technical.net

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On the back of the introduction of more severe front wing load tests, Williams team boss James Vowles stated that the fact that teams are able to manipulate the aerodynamic... read more »

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Why Mercedes doesn't expect "any surprises" from 2026 F1 rules overhaul

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 728 views )

Mercedes deputy technical director Simone Resta believes Formula 1 teams won't be hit by surprises with the 2026 rules overhaul despite concerns with the regulations... read more »

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Video: New Rules & Tougher Wings | F1 TV Tech Talk

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 607 views )

F1 TV's Sam Collins analyses the changes we'll see in Spain and how they might impact the teams, with a new technical directive set to clamp down on flexing front... read more »