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Ferrari aerodynamics chief OUT as Bahrain fallout continues

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

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Ferrari's aerodynamics chief David Sanchez has reportedly resigned following the team's disappointing start to the 2023 F1 season. read more »

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Vowles: New F1 technical structure priority for Williams

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Technical director Francois-Xavier Demaison and head of aerodynamics Dave Wheater both left the team in December, in parallel with the departure of former team principal Jost... read more »

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F1 porpoising: What is it and is it still a problem?

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

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When F1 made the radical switch to ground effect aerodynamics for last season, an unwanted issue became apparent. read more »

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Mercedes tech boss not convinced new rules have made F1 racing better

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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F1 underwent a rules revolution at the start of last year, as the return of ground effect aerodynamics were aimed at allowing cars to follow each other better and therefore... read more »

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Why F1 considered reintroducing 'fan car' aerodynamics for 2026

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 364 views )

Firstly, it showed that F1's Liberty Media era is not afraid to think outside the box, and has ruled nothing out, when it comes to ensuring that grand prix cars are as... read more »

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F1 sights active aero as plan to improve racing for 2026

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 318 views )

Formula 1 is drafting plans to include active aerodynamics in the 2026 technical regulations. The idea will make up for downforce lost when behind another car with the hopes... read more »

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Why Alpine felt risk of extreme F1 engine push was worth it

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 447 views )

On the positive side, its revamped Renault E-Tech RE22 power unit locked in both a decent step forward in horsepower, but also a compact design that helped with packaging of... read more »

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Ferrari set to hit weight targets with F1 2023 car

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 503 views )

As part of an optimisation process conducted over the winter, Ferrari has targeted key areas of improvement that it thinks can lift it chances for the new season.The first is... read more »

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FIA dismisses Vettel's claims that F1 2022 rules were a lot of work for little gain

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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F1's radical car overhaul for 2022 to reintroduce ground effect aerodynamics was meant to create closer racing.But four-time champion Vettel remarked at the end of the... read more »

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Aston Martin 2023 F1 car will have "significant differences"

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 617 views )

The new model is the first to have been developed under former Red Bull man Fallows, who started work at the Silverstone outfit in April, and head of aerodynamics Eric Blandin,... read more »

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F1 to consider 2026 active aerodynamics "tricks" - Brawn

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

( 485 views )

Outgoing F1 managing director, motorsport Ross Brawn has revealed the sport is considering the use of active aerodynamics to further spice up the racing. read more »

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Video: A Sneak Peek At 2023 | F1 TV Tech Talk | Crypto.com

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 2076 views )

Sam Collins and Craig Scarborough take a closer look at the forthcoming tweaks to the technical regulations which will alter the aerodynamics and safety of next year's... read more »

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Pirelli reveals 30% increase in F1 overtakes from 2021 to 2022

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 404 views )

F1 overhauled the design of the cars for 2022 in a bid to create closer wheel-to-wheel racing and reduce the impact of dirty air reducing downforce when following, allowing for... read more »

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F1 to trial fitting cars with wheel arches in wet races to reduce spray problem

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

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Heavy spray thrown up by the cars during wet running has been a problem in F1 since the era of sophisticated aerodynamics began, but the drivers have suggested the problem has... read more »

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How F1 teams reacted to Mexico's high-altitude headaches

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 616 views )

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

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Video: Mercedes' Mike Elliott On Their 2022 Mistake | Beyond The Grid | F1 Official Podcast

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 1712 views )

Mercedes Technical Director Mike Elliot tells Tom Clarkson how they traced the car’s problems to a single design decision, how a year of not winning has helped the people at... read more »

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Fallows: Aston Martin ‘reminiscent of young Red Bull team’

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 707 views )

Aston Martin Technical Director Dan Fallows says he sees parallels between his current team and the manner in which Red Bull gradually emerged as a Formula 1 powerhouse.... read more »

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Fallows: Aston Martin reminds me of a young Red Bull F1 team

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 502 views )

Fallows left his role as head of aerodynamics at Red Bull last year in order to pursue a new challenge with Aston Martin, which has been on a recruitment drive since the team... read more »

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Video: Aramco | Powered by How | Episode 2: The Importance of Aerodynamics

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 577 views )

In a sport where performance is vital in all areas of the track, aerodynamics plays a key part in both straight-line speed and cornering. In this episode of #PoweredbyHow,... read more »

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The floor fence battleground intensifying Ferrari and Red Bull F1 fight

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 669 views )

With teams continuing to find extra performance from the underfloor aerodynamics given its importance, both opted to make changes in this area of the car for the French Grand... read more »

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French GP: Preview - Ferrari

about 1 year ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 413 views )

The high temperatures predicted for the weekend mean that ensuring the power unit and the tyres perform at their best is a real challenge and it's up to those working on... read more »

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Gasly "a bit sad" new F1 rules haven't cut gap to top teams

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 702 views )

F1 overhauled its technical rulebook for the 2022 season, placing a heavy focus on aerodynamics in a bid to make the cars easier to follow and allow for more on-track... read more »

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Video: Origins Of Wings! | F1 TV Tech Talk

about 1 year ago

from: YouTube.com

( 716 views )

Join F1TV Tech Talk host Sam Collins for a history lesson on the origins of the wing, a crucial part of an F1 car that shapes the car's aerodynamics. For more F1® videos,... read more »

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McLaren reveals 10 upgrades for F1 Spanish GP

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 428 views )

As part of new procedures for the 2022 F1 season, teams have to notify the FIA of any major new components that are going to be run at each race weekend.McLaren's... read more »

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Porpoising like a "virtual barrier" to Aston Martin's F1 progress

about 1 year ago

from: Autosport.com

( 616 views )

Along with engine partner Mercedes, Aston Martin is among the teams most impacted by porpoising.While some rivals have dialled it out, and Ferrari appears to be able to deal... read more »