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FIA confident that F1 outwash ‘won’t get much worse’ in 2024

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

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FIA’s Single Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis believes that the issue of Formula 1cars struggling to follow each other in racing conditions “won’t get much worse” next season.... read more »

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FIA confirms ban on 2026 aerodynamic testing

over 2 years ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 776 views )

Formula One's governing body, the FIA has formally confirmed that teams have been banned from carrying out aerodynamic and CFD testing on their 2026 F1 cars until 1... read more »

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Vasseur: Japan F1 Ferrari upgrade left Leclerc in "much better shape"

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 878 views )

Ferrari brought a new floor to Suzuka in September in a bid to improve its aerodynamic efficiency.The revamp featured changes to the front floor fences, floor edge, mid floor... read more »

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Hamilton 'takes snapshots of every car' and admits intrigue in AlphaTauri floor

over 2 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 697 views )

Lewis Hamilton has admitted to keeping a close eye on rival F1 teams' designs and feeding back his discoveries to Mercedes' aerodynamic department.  read more »

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McLaren boss sets ambitious 2024 targets in Red Bull chase

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 652 views )

McLaren boss Andrea Stella has revealed that it will not just be aerodynamic developments that the team will focus on in their attempts to close the gap to Red Bull in 2024. read more »

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McLaren not only seeking aero improvement from 2024 F1 car

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 627 views )

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella insists that it is not only searching for aerodynamic improvements from its 2024 Formula 1 car to catch Red Bull. Since introducing a... read more »

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Whispers of Red Bull "major aerodynamic revolution" are ominous for their rivals

over 2 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 952 views )

Red Bull are reportedly "preparing to amaze the paddock again next year" with their F1 2024 car. read more »

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F1 and Pirelli to work on all-new tyre concept for 2025

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 765 views )

After Pirelli designed new 23-inch tyres for the initial switch to ground-effects last season, subsequent aerodynamic development from teams has led to complaints about how... read more »

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How F1's top teams adapted their cars to Mexico's unique demands

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 883 views )

At 2285m above sea-level, the rarified air creates a significant challenge in respect of the car's aerodynamics, cooling requirements and the performance envelope of the... read more »

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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 877 views )

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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 908 views )

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

over 2 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 550 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 658 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

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 1008 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 804 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 742 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 867 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

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 803 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 882 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

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 705 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 813 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

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 1337 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 631 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 696 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

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 816 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 »