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Alonso: "Football" mentality not right way to judge Aston Martin's F1 season

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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After switching from Alpine, Alonso's 2023 got off to a positive start with six podiums in the opening eight races, as Aston was transformed into Red Bull's regular... read more »

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Haas: Initial verdict is major F1 upgrade hasn't fixed season-long flaw

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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The team rented a workshop in Austin leading up to the event to modify its VF-23s to become the final team to converge around the downwash sidepod concept pioneered by Red... read more »

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United States GP: Qualifying team notes - AlphaTauri

about 1 year ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 391 views )

We introduced some new aerodynamic parts, which is never straightforward during a Sprint weekend, but with the gaps between teams being so small, we need everything we can take. read more »

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Haas reveals its major F1 United States Grand Prix update

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 448 views )

As expected, the sidepod, engine cover bodywork and the floor have all been heavily revised as part of this package in an effort to bring them in line with the aerodynamic... read more »

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Video: Going With The Flow: Understanding F1 Aerodynamics | Tech Talk | Crypto.com

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 695 views )

Laura Winter is joined by our resident technical expert Albert Fabrega who demonstrates how the teams use different techniques and devices in the quest for aerodynamic... read more »

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McLaren now faces "hardest task" in F1 with future car development

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 560 views )

McLaren realised it had missed its performance targets over the winter so sought to play down expectations pre-season, and it only scored points in three of the opening eight... read more »

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Aston Martin accepts F1 rivals did a "stronger job" developing 2023 cars

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 496 views )

Aston came flying out of the gates in Bahrain, with its lead driver Fernando Alonso racking up five podiums in the first six races.But over the summer the going got tougher for... read more »

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James Key arrival "refreshing" as Alfa Romeo F1 must make "big step" in 2024

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 499 views )

Alfa Romeo has been languishing near the rear of the midfield with a 2023 car that has lacked overall aerodynamic performance.It has restricted the Hinwil team to just 10... read more »

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Aston Martin downplay Alonso ‘undrivable’ Singapore radio remark

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 487 views )

Aston Martin Team Principal Mike Krack has downplayed Fernando Alonso's comment that his AMR23 car was "undrivable" during Sunday’s Singapore Grand Prix. After... read more »

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Upcoming Haas F1 car updates "an early Christmas present" - Hulkenberg

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 639 views )

The US-owned outfit is bringing a significant package to Austin that reflects a change of aerodynamic concept that is intended to give it a boost for the final five races of... read more »

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McLaren respond to Norris back injury concerns

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 432 views )

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has supported Lando Norris amid concerns the British driver has regarding the strain put on his back by this latest generation of Formula 1... read more »

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Ferrari: Monza F1 fight no less an "achievement" despite Red Bull approach

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 528 views )

While a number of outfits, including Ferrari, opted to bring bespoke aerodynamic designs for the high-speed Monza track, Red Bull went for a more low-key approach.With its RB19... read more »

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Video: How Drag Affects F1 Cars | Albert Fabrega's F1 TV Tech Talk Demo | Crypto.com

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 811 views )

Albert Fabrega parachutes in with his trusty props for another revealing demonstration. In this episode he explains how the wrong aerodynamic set up can be a bit of a drag for... read more »

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FIA reveals all 10 F1 teams met 2022 cost cap

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 386 views )

Each team will receive a certificate of compliance for meeting the cap between 1 January 2022 and 31 December 2022, which stands at a base of $135 million plus extras.This... read more »

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McLaren unveils revamped Monza F1 wings to avoid Spa top speed woes

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 459 views )

McLaren prioritised a revamp of the car before the summer break to add downforce to the car, meaning it didn't have the time to come up with a separate low-drag... read more »

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Norris having "lots" of back issues with current F1 cars

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 462 views )

The current generation of cars must be run very low to the ground and be very stiffly sprung for the underfloor venturi tunnels and floor edges to generate the best downforce... read more »

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Aston Martin using 2024 F1 car findings to upgrade 2023 machine

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 499 views )

The FIA cost cap and Aerodynamic Testing Restrictions that limit wind tunnel and CFD hours pushes teams to start early on the development of a new car rather than immediately... read more »

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Ferrari: "Crystal clear" 2023 flaws will lead to "brand new" 2024 F1 car

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 410 views )

Ferrari built a 2023 car which has on occasion excelled in qualifying, but has otherwise been very inconsistent over race distances and across grand prix weekends.That lack of... read more »

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Sainz: Red Bull deserves dominance, F1 shouldn't step in

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 388 views )

Red Bull has written history in 2023 by winning the first 12 races in a row, extending its streak of consecutive wins to 13.The reigning world drivers' and... read more »

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Aston Martin confirm F1 upgrades for Dutch GP

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 362 views )

Aston Martin Technical Director Dan Fallows has confirmed that the side has brought aerodynamic upgrades to this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix. The Silverstone side began the... read more »

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How the downwash solution ended up winning F1's sidepod war

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 585 views )

However, despite some clearly more prescriptive regulations, there were distinct differences between each machine, with the sidepods, in particular, offering a wide variety of... read more »

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Williams "would have bitten your arm off" for seventh in F1 2023 standings

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 549 views )

Williams looked set for another difficult campaign as incoming team principal James Vowles embarked on a huge rebuild of the long-time backmarker.PLUS: How Williams' new... read more »

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Mercedes chief admits team fell into 'trap' as struggles continue

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

( 626 views )

Mercedes chief technical officer Mike Elliott has admitted the team fell into a regulations 'trap' as they desperately search for aerodynamic balance. read more »

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The 'trap' Mercedes fell into with F1's new regulations

about 1 year ago

from: Crash.Net

( 613 views )

Mercedes fell into a "trap" with F1's new aerodynamic regulations, chief technical officer Mike Elliott has admitted.  read more »

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Why McLaren F1 didn't address its high drag problem sooner

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 658 views )

McLaren started the season off the pace with a car that was both lacking overall downforce and suffering from a lack of aerodynamic efficiency, meaning it creates too much drag... read more »