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Video: What is Downforce and Why is it So Important in F1?

over 2 years ago

from: YouTube.com

( 666 views )

Nerds, assemble ? In our latest F1 explainer, we're looking at downforce... what is it, why is it so important, and why is Mexico such an outlier for aerodynamic... read more »

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Mercedes may modify new F1 wing to avoid "falling foul" of FIA

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 791 views )

The team brought a single example of the new wing to Austin and declared it to the FIA as a new part, although the plan was always to wait until Mexico to run it on... read more »

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United States GP: Preview - Pirelli

over 2 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 439 views )

The uneven track surface could make it necessary to run a higher ride height, influencing aerodynamic performance. read more »

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Mercedes bringing final 2022 F1 aero upgrade to Austin

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 1242 views )

Mercedes will arrive at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas with its final upgraded aerodynamic parts of the year. The US Grand Prix takes place next week, kicking off... read more »

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Alonso has no doubts regarding FIA after F1 cost cap delay

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 3262 views )

The FIA has delayed the release of cost cap compliance certificates relating to the 2021 season until Monday, after they were initially expected to be issued on Wednesday.This... read more »

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FIA eases F1 porpoising metric from Singapore GP

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 776 views )

As the result of the extreme bouncing earlier in the season that left drivers complaining about safety implications, the FIA announced ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix that it... read more »

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Mercedes "upset" part of "F1 folklore" - Brawn

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 860 views )

Formula 1 managing director motorsports Ross Brawn has no doubt Mercedes will finally crack this year's aerodynamic regulations, insisting "they're not idiots". read more »

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F1's new rules will eventually close up grid, says Domenicali

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 824 views )

F1 introduced all-new rules for 2022, aimed at both improving the racing and giving more teams a chance of success through closing the gap between the front and the back of the... read more »

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Italian GP: Latest F1 technical images from Monza

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 578 views )

Red Bull Racing RB18 detailPhoto by: UncreditedRed Bull's unique sidepod inlet design with an open top and large undercut undoubtedly has significant cooling and... read more »

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F1 Italian GP: Leclerc pips Sainz by 0.077s for Ferrari FP1 1-2

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 552 views )

At the start of the one-hour session, Nyck de Vries led the pack out of the pits, running a large aerodynamic measuring device behind the front wheels of Sebastian... read more »

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Red Bull hopeful of replicating Spa pace at Italian GP

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 670 views )

Red Bull ended up with a 1-2 result at Spa, with Max Verstappen leading Perez home despite starting down in 14th on the grid (13th when considering the number of cars that took... read more »

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Dutch GP: F1 technical images direct from the pitlane

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 569 views )

Alpine A522 rear wingPhoto by: Giorgio PiolaAlpine has a new beam wing layout this weekend, with the upper of the two elements on the A522 reduced in chord, in order to improve... read more »

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Alpine keeps on F1 upgrade push as top three teams hold back

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 573 views )

The higher downforce nature of the Zandvoort circuit has seen teams revert to specifications used earlier in the season, rather than going for further tweaks to their... read more »

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McLaren goes aggressive on Spa F1 upgrades in straightline speed push

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1000 views )

While all teams have opted for low downforce aerodynamic packages for this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix due to the circuit requirements, McLaren has made a concerted... read more »

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McLaren confirm it is paying the price for lack of bravery

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 500 views )

McLaren technical director James Key believes the team has paid the price this year for its lack of bravery over the new F1 aerodynamic regulations. read more »

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Why F1 2022 tech isn't all about porpoising and sidepods

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 765 views )

Let's take a look at some of the more interesting solutions we've seen so far, which might be registering on the radar of other teams or has already influenced the... read more »

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'Porpoising' and Roll Bar Concerns Addressed in 2023 Technical Regulation Changes

over 2 years ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 766 views )

2023 Technical regulation changes addressing 'aerodynamic porpoising' within Formula 1 and roll hoop deficiencies have been announced by the FIA on Tuesday. read more »

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Williams warn against aggressive development "risk"

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 839 views )

Williams head of vehicle performance Dave Robson has warned against going aggressive with aerodynamic developments as "the house normally wins" when gambling. read more »

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Russell: Spa F1 flexi floor clampdown could bring Mercedes into the mix

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1476 views )

In a move to restrict excessive car bouncing, the FIA will introduce measures aimed to halt the phenomenon by enforcing an Aerodynamic Oscillation Metric (AOM) that teams... read more »

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FIA facing rebellion over 2023 F1 floor changes

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 758 views )

As part of the FIA's intervention on safety grounds to limit bouncing following driver complaints, it outlined recently the measures it was going to implement.As well as... read more »

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Images reveal new Mercedes F1 car upgrade at French GP

over 2 years ago

from: Crash.Net

( 669 views )

The first glimpse of the Mercedes F1 team's new aerodynamic upgrade for the French Grand Prix has been revealed ahead of the weekend.  read more »

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The flexi floor tricks Formula 1 teams were playing

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 1254 views )

Amid growing concerns from drivers at the start of the season about potential safety implications of excessive bouncing, the FIA felt it had no option but to intervene in order... read more »

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How 2023 F1 floor changes will help limit porpoising issues

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 873 views )

While all teams have experienced it to a greater or lesser extent, driver complaints about the safety implications of some of the worst bouncing eventually triggered the FIA... read more »

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FIA: No backing down on F1 flexi floor and porpoising clampdown

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 653 views )

In the wake of driver complains about the safety implications of excessive car bouncing, F1's governing body introduced a raft of measures aimed to trying to eradicate the... read more »

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F1 delays porpoising and flexi floor rules to Belgian GP

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 635 views )

The FIA had originally intended to introduce an Aerodynamic Oscillation Metric (AOM) which teams could not exceed for the next race at Paul Ricard.Part of its plan, which was... read more »